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

Critiques


(5 étoiles)

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