The World of Thomas Jeremiah Charles Town on the Eve of the American Revolution |
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Author:
| Ryan, William R. |
ISBN: | 978-0-19-538728-5 |
Publication Date: | May 2010 |
Publisher: | Oxford University Press, Incorporated
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Book Format: | Hardback |
List Price: | USD $93.00 |
Book Description:
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On August 18, 1775 a black man was hanged and burned to oblivion. For nearly 235 years, the man and his story have remained obscure. By looking at the world of this free African American harbor pilot, the narrative of American Revolution takes on a different dimension.
On August 18, 1775 a black man was hanged and burned to oblivion. For nearly 235 years, the man and his story have remained obscure. By looking at the world of this free African American harbor pilot, the narrative of American Revolution takes on a different dimension.