The Colored Patriots of the American Revolution


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The Colored Patriots of the American Revolution by William Cooper Nell offers a profound exploration of the contributions of Black patriots during a pivotal time in American history. This work sheds light on the often-overlooked roles that African Americans played in the fight for independence, challenging the traditional narratives of the Revolutionary War.

Nell's meticulous research highlights the bravery and sacrifices of these individuals, providing a voice to those who fought for freedom not only for themselves but for the nation as a whole. With introductions by notable figures such as Harriet Beecher Stowe and Wendell Phillips, the book situates these stories within the broader context of American ideals and the struggle for equality.

Through a blend of biography and historical analysis, this audiobook invites listeners to reconsider the complexities of patriotism and the diverse fabric of American identity. It serves as both a tribute to the unsung heroes of the Revolution and a call to acknowledge their enduring legacy.

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Introduction by Harriet Beecher Stowe 2:21 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Introduction by Wendell Phillips 4:56 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Preface and Omission by Wm. Nell 6:43 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 1 - Massachusetts - Crispus Attucks 12:58 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 1 - Massachusetts - Colored Americans on Bunker Hill 15:38 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 1 - Massachusetts - Primus Hall 6:37 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 1 - Massachusetts - James and Hosea Easton 7:41 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 1 - Massachusetts - Colonial Reminiscences 26:40 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 1 - Massachusetts - Mum Bett 20:24 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 1 - Massachusetts - Phillis Wheatley 14:29 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 1 - Massachusetts - Paul Cuffe 33:14 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 1 - Massachusetts - Marshpee Indians 10:37 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 1 - Massachusetts - Constitutional Convention in regard to Colored Citizens and the Equal Rights Movement 30:05 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 2 - New Hampshire 4:53 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 3 - Vermont 6:31 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 4 - Rhode Island 9:25 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 5 - Connecticut 20:32 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 6 - New York 23:50 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 7 - New Jersey 9:47 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 8 - Pennsylvania 49:10 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 9 - Delaware 4:12 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 10 - Maryland 20:55 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 11 - Virginia 28:21 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 12 - North Carolina 7:29 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 13 - South Carolina 32:37 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 14 - Georgia 13:38 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 15 - Kentucky 19:40 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 16 - Ohio 15:40 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 17 - Louisiana 35:47 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 18 - Florida 3:57 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 19 - Section 1 - Citizenship 54:09 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 19 - Section 2 - Elevation 56:26 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 19 - Section 3 - Conclusion 6:37 Gelesen von progressingamerica
Chapter 20 - Appendix 28:13 Gelesen von progressingamerica

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Amazing true story’s of both free and slaved real Americans, these are our black and white hero’s, these are the people that fought for our country and to be free, and loved America, they didn’t want to be seen as black colored or African American, they wanted to be seen as Americans, we have have gone so fare in the other direction in this country, we make segregation a good think instead of everyone being one uniform people, love this book, should be mandatory reading in schools