The American Revolution is usually told as a story of freedom and independence.

But for many loyalists who stayed loyal to Britain, it meant losing their homes, property and even the right to return home.

One Philadelphia merchant spent nearly 50 years in exile after being labeled a traitor:

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The American Revolution’s triumphant story of democracy and freedom overlooks loyalists who paid a steep price for allegiance to Britain

Matthias Aspden was a wealthy Philadelphia businessman who remained faithful to Britain. As a result, he lost his home, property and sense of belonging, and died in exile.

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