February 10, 2024
The Battle of Cowpens, painted by William Ranney in 1845. The scene depicts an unnamed black soldier (left) firing his pistol and saving the life of Colonel William Washington (on white horse in center).
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Black Patriots of the American Revolution
African Americans were also important to the cause of American independence although their contributions have largely been overlooked. In this, another in the series of articles from the SAR & DAR leading up to America's 250th birthday in 2026, Jennifer Baker recalls some of the efforts of the black patriots of the American Revolution.
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