Unrequited: The Untold Story of African Americans in the Revolutionary War

By Matt Smith

This series is dedicated to delving into the Patriots that never graced your textbooks, signed the Declaration of Independence, or had a movie made about them. This podcast is a deep look into some of the heroes of the Revolution who have long gone unsung; the African Americans who fought for the freedom of a new nation that wouldn't give them theirs for another century.

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Unrequited: The Story of Billy Lee

Unrequited: The Untold Story of African Americans in the Revolutionary WarJul 06, 2020

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Unrequited: The Story of Billy Lee

He stood by George Washington for the entire war, and was possibly the best known African American of his day. And tho he was not freed till near the end of his life, William Billy Lee had a profound effect on his master; one that would change Washington's view of slavery and lead over 100 of Mt. Vernon's slaves into freedom, all because of this one man's remarkable character, fortitude, and humility.

Jul 06, 202053:14

UNREQUITED: An Introduction

We often think of the American Revolution as a "white-man's war". But there are unsung heroes who believed in the Cause of Liberty and it's high time we gave them the honor their sacrifice deserves.
Join host Matt Smith as he delves into the stories and history of the African-Americans who fought for the freedom of a country that would not let them be free. Once we understand our past, we can start to look towards the future America was founded to have; one of equality, liberty, and justice for all.

Jun 21, 202005:21