The Revolutionary War encompassed at least two struggles: one for freedom from British rule, and another, quieter but no less significant fight for the liberty of African Americans, thousands of whom fought in the Continental Army.
Standing in Their Own Light restores these African American Patriots to Their rightful place in t.
Because these veterans left few letters or diaries, Their story has remained largely untold, and the significance of Their service largely unappreciated.
The Revolutionary War encompassed at least two struggles: one for freedom from British rule, and another, quieter but no less significant fight for the liberty of African Americans, thousands of whom fought in the Continental Army