• Week of November 29: James Lafayette Petitions for his Freedom

  • Nov 29 2022
  • Durée: 2 min
  • Podcast

Week of November 29: James Lafayette Petitions for his Freedom

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    This week in 1786... James Lafayette submitted a petition for his freedom from enslavement. During the American Revolution, Lafayette's espionage helped lead Americans to victory against the British. But despite his wartime contributions, the Virginia General Assembly rejected his petition. It was only after enlisting the help of the Marquis de Lafayette that James Lafayette was granted his freedom.

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