Forgotten Patriots: Virginia's Black Revolutionary Soldiers

Forgotten Patriots: Virginia

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In 1781, citizens of Henrico and the counties surrounding Richmond witnessed the American Revolution come right through their communities. Black Virginia men camped, marched, and fought side by side with their white neighbors in pursuit of liberty and independence from English rule. Join historian John Pagano as he shares about these overlooked roles of Black Patriots and how their contributions helped the ideas of the Revolution take root. Information: den63@henrico.us

Details

July 14, 2024 - July 14, 2024
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Henrico County

Belmont Recreation Center
1600 Hilliard Road
Henrico, VA 23228

Category: African American History, Lecture/Seminar