The British troops finally left New York City on November 25, 1783, after the Revolutionary War, marking the end of British occupation. This event, known as Evacuation Day, was celebrated for over a century until it was overshadowed by Thanksgiving. Meanwhile, in the 20th century, Kemmons Wilson, a working-class man, founded the iconic hotel chain Holiday Inn, revolutionizing the hospitality industry with standardization and franchising.
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