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.
They thought they were fighting for there freedom
Life was mostly very bad for enslaved African Americans. They worked from sun up to sun down. Many were beaten daily with whips and the women were raped.
Life was mostly very bad for enslaved African Americans. They worked from sun up to sun down. Many were beaten daily with whips and the women were raped.
Life was mostly very bad for enslaved African Americans. They worked from sun up to sun down. Many were beaten daily with whips and the women were raped.
Underground railroad
There were many restrictions on African Americans in 1831 as many were still enslaved. Restrictions included things like not being allowed to participate in any religious based gathering at night.
Because the were allowed to live in Spanish towns as equals
They didn't support freedom for enslaved African Americans
Because they were promised freedom if they fought.
African-Americans played a significant role in the Revolutionary War, with many fighting for both the Continental Army and British forces. Approximately 5,000 African-American soldiers fought for the Continental Army, motivated by the promise of freedom and the hope of ending slavery. Additionally, the British offered freedom to enslaved individuals who joined their ranks, further incentivizing African-Americans to participate in the conflict. Their contributions were crucial in various battles, highlighting their integral role in the fight for independence.