Revolutionary War gave slaves opportunities for freedom - Norwich, CT - The Bulletin
Between 300 and 400 African Americans from Connecticut served in the Revolution, most of them in the Continental Army rather than the state militia. About 5,000 in the former colonies fought for the liberty of the new nation, as well as their own personal liberty.
Between 300 and 400 African Americans from Connecticut served in the Revolution, most of them in the Continental Army rather than the state militia. About 5,000 in the former colonies fought for the liberty of the new nation, as well as their own personal liberty.
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