Duke, Claire A .2017-10-182017-10-18http://hdl.handle.net/2097/38167The Huddy-Asgill affair, though a supposedly minor event, illustrated important aspects of the American Revolution. It was emblematic of much larger issues of this period. The affair exemplified the volatile, civil war-like atmosphere between loyalist and patriot populations, and reflected polarized public opinions, both in the colonies and abroad, and their impact on the decisions of American leadership.© 2017 Duke. This Item is protected by copyright and/or related rights. You are free to use this Item in any way that is permitted by the copyright and related rights legislation that applies to your use. For other uses you need to obtain permission from the rights-holder(s).WashingtonPatriotLoyalistPublic OpinionAmerican RevolutionRetaliationText