they were given land or freedom i think but they were never given guns
Because they were promised freedom if they fought.
Because they were promised freedom if they fought.
The enslaved African Americans were promised freedom if they chose to join the British government during the Revolutionary War. This caused many slaves to flee from their masters and take part in the battles that were occurring.
James Forten, an African-American patriot soldier, famously refused to serve as a sailor for a British captain who offered him a position after the British promised freedom to enslaved individuals who fought for them. Forten, who had been captured and imprisoned during the Revolutionary War, turned down the offer, choosing instead to remain loyal to the American cause for independence. His decision reflected his commitment to the fight for freedom and justice, not just for himself but for all enslaved people.
because the british promised them freedom if they fought for them, but some joined the continental army.
During the American Revolution, African Americans fought for both the British and the American colonial forces, depending on their circumstances and promises made. In several northern states, such as Massachusetts, African Americans like Crispus Attucks participated in key battles. Many enslaved individuals were promised freedom in exchange for their military service, influencing their choice of which side to support. Overall, while they fought for various states, their contributions were particularly notable in the northern colonies.
African-Americans have fought in every American war including the Revolutionary War. Runaway slaves were promised freedom if they fought for the British army.
they were promised freedom..
African-Americans have fought in every American war including the Revolutionary War. Runaway slaves were promised freedom if they fought for the British army.
During the American Revolution, the British offered freedom to enslaved individuals who fought for their side in exchange for their service. This tactic was intended to weaken the colonial forces and bolster the British ranks.
African-Americans fought mostly for the patriots in the American Revolution.
African-Americans fought mostly for the patriots in the American Revolution.