James Armistead Lafayette earned his freedom because Marquis de Lafayette assisted him by writing a recommendation for his freedom, which was granted in 1787. In gratitude, Armistead adopted Lafayette's surname.
well it was hard yet easy. he was born a slave and got his freedom
After the American Revolution, James Armistead Lafayette, who had served as a spy for the Continental Army, continued to work for the cause of freedom. He returned to Virginia and was granted his freedom in recognition of his service. Subsequently, he changed his last name to Lafayette in honor of the Marquis de Lafayette, who had supported American independence. Armistead lived out the remainder of his life as a farmer and was eventually recognized for his contributions to the war.
James armistead was born on January 23,1741
James Armistead died on August 9th, 1830.
No
He was given his freedom from slavery
James Armistead Lafayette go to school YES he didand just to tell you James Armistead is the same person as James Armistead Lafayette but James Armistead got that from his collage .
How was James Armistead's childhood
No, they are the same.
James Armistead died on August 9th, 1830.
well it was hard yet easy. he was born a slave and got his freedom
William Armistead
James armistead was born on January 23,1741
James Armistead died on August 9th, 1830.
No
george armistead they took there masters last name ...no-it's William Armistead
Because he thought that if others were fighting in the war to get their freedom why couldn't he? So he fought because he thought that he could gain his freedom.( remember he was a slave)