Which state was part of the original 13 colonies?

New York is indeed one of the original 13 colonies that declared independence from British rule in 1776. These colonies were primarily located along the Atlantic coast and included states like Massachusetts, Virginia, and Pennsylvania, among others. New York, founded as New Amsterdam by the Dutch, became an English colony in 1664 when it was taken over by the English. Its strategic location and significant port made it a key player during the Revolutionary War and in the formation of the United States.

In contrast, Florida was not one of the original colonies; it was primarily settled later and became a U.S. territory after the Spanish ceded it in 1819. California and Texas were also not part of the original 13 colonies. California became a U.S. state much later, in 1850, and Texas was an independent republic before joining the United States in 1845. Thus, New York stands out as a foundational state among the original colonies.