Montpelier is honored to present, Rev. Joanne M. Braxton’s, PhD, M.Div. Travel photography of her Odyssey to Ghana, Ivory Coast, and Senegal that explores an unexpected “very personal story” with her ancestral memory.
This lecture explores the often-overlooked contributions of African American soldiers in the Continental Army and reframes the narrative of the Revolutionary War by emphasizing the courage, sacrifice, and significance of African American citizen-soldiers in shaping America’s first integrated military force.
What are the differences between revolutions, rebellions, and acts of treason? Join the Surratt Historic Site & Museum as we take a long view of sparking change in American history.