The Unsung Heroes

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What was the role of disease in the American camps during the American Revolution?

Disease in the American camps further enforced the notion that both slaves and free blacks were necessary to help the American cause.

What was the economic basis of the Southern Colonies?

The Southern Colonies were an agrarian society, meaning their economy was based on agriculture.

Why were the Southern Colonies uneasy about slaves and free blacks fighting in the American Revolution?

It could lead to their freedom after the war and the possible termination of slavery with an American victory.

In which colonies were free blacks and slaves more likely to fight as soldiers in the American Revolution?

Northern and Middle Colonies Signup and view all the answers

What were the options for free blacks and their families at the conclusion of the war?

Remain loyal to the British, flee to Nova Scotia, or return with the British Signup and view all the answers

What motivated slaves to participate in the war?

Their desire for freedom Signup and view all the answers

Why were Southern Colonies reluctant to allow slaves to participate in the war?

They heavily relied on slave labor for their agricultural success Signup and view all the answers

What roles did free blacks and slaves serve in the war?

Enlisted infantry, manual laborers, pilots, navigators Signup and view all the answers

What was the 'Ethiopian Regiment'?

A British regiment consisting of runaway slaves in Virginia Signup and view all the answers

What happened to many slaves after the war?

They were often sold back into slavery Signup and view all the answers

What role did slaves and free blacks play in the Revolutionary War?

Slaves and free blacks played a major role in the outcome of the Revolutionary War as soldiers and laborers. Signup and view all the answers

Why is the mention of slaves and free blacks' contributions not in the history books?

Their contributions are not mentioned in the history books. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Crispus Attucks and what was his involvement in the Boston Massacre?

Crispus Attucks was a black man who was killed in the Boston Massacre, making him an important figure in the event. Signup and view all the answers

How many African-Americans are estimated to have directly participated in the war as soldiers?

Over 5,000 African-Americans are estimated to have directly participated in the war as soldiers. Signup and view all the answers

Besides soldiers, what other roles did African-Americans play in the war?

Besides soldiers, African-Americans also served as militia or laborers. Signup and view all the answers

What is slavery?

Slavery is the condition in which one person is owned by another as property. Signup and view all the answers

Who were free blacks?

Free blacks were individuals who had gained their freedom in various ways and continued to live in the colonies. Signup and view all the answers

How were the American Colonies separated?

The American Colonies were separated into three distinct cultural regions: the Northern Colonies, the Middle Colonies, and the Southern Colonies. Signup and view all the answers

What was George Washington's initial decision regarding the enlistment of slaves and free blacks?

In 1775, George Washington declared that slaves and free blacks could not enlist in the army or volunteer for the militia. Signup and view all the answers

What led to George Washington changing his mind about allowing free blacks and slaves to enlist?

After many devastating American losses, George Washington changed his mind and decided to allow free blacks and slaves to enlist. Signup and view all the answers