As someone finally trying to piece together the story of America's founding, I couldn't have found a better tour. Karen is an expert on this era and touches on everything from the early settlers to British rule, the increasing tensions that arose as a result, the Battle of Brooklyn, prominent families of the time, Manhattan's original shoreline, both sides' use of propaganda, the critical role of newspapers and broadsides, unsung heroes, Washington's spy ring and his tearful farewell to his troops. She is a terrific, enthusiastic storyteller whose knowledge is endless. I will definitely take her other tours—and probably this one again!— when I'm back in NY.