In July 1775, when records were seized from the Provincial Congress in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, what city (now famous for its academic academy) became the de facto capital of the colony until 1789?

Answer Exeter

For 14 years, during the entirely of the American Revolution and beyond, Exeter was the capital of New Hampshire. Concord became New Hampshire’s de facto capital in 1808, though it wasn't made official until 1816.

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