In Their Own Words—Almost
Africans and African Americans, through limited freedom or forced servitude, impacted global economy and commerce as well as the shape and nurturing of the land; either directly or indirectly, they also brought significant changes regarding laws across all parts of society, including, but not limited to, democracy, education, careers, agriculture and science.
Their influence is well documented.
While many African Americans were able to choose, there were millions of Africans and African Americans forced to lose their lives for the growth and prosperity of the United States. This blog seeks to explore the breadth, length, depth, and height and complexity of contribution made by African Americans to the formation of these United States, while at the same time refusing to separate the progress from the pain, or what was taken for what has been gained.
So let us begin. Come along and let me introduce you to some, intellectual, strong, mighty and courageous in heart, individuals, families of the American Revolution Era.
Through Mock Interviews with historical individuals, using their own words when possible, photographs, and other experts in the field, this writer hopes to acquaint you with the richness of African Americans contribution to America’s collective history and how they helped to build the foundations of freedom that are enjoyed by American citizens today.
Many of the books you will find in the Works Cited page on this site are from decades past, some even from over a hundred years ago. These print books can be found at many of the historic libraries across the country, especially HBCU’S (Historically Black Colleges and Universities). I would, in fact, challenge you to take a step back from technology and go on a treasure hunt to your nearest library and look for these books written by and about African Americans. There are literally thousands of writings by African American authors dating back to 1700’s, writings that tell a much more far reaching story concerning the part they played in the building of America.
