Washington and the Enlistment of Black Soldiers in the Continental Army
Enlist no Stroller, Negro, Or Vagabond General George Washington In 1775, when rhetoric turned to open conflict, some militia commanders welcomed freemen and slaves into their ranks. Twenty percent of the country’s residents were of African heritage with four percent of that number freeman. For many, especially recruiters pressured to meet Congress’ demands for enlistment … Continue reading Washington and the Enlistment of Black Soldiers in the Continental Army
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