The Story
The Black Regiment was among the finest military units fighting for independence in the Revolutionary War. During the Battle of Rhode Island, its brave soldiers repelled three fierce assaults by Hessian troops, protecting a large Continental force from capture and paving the way for future American victories. Learn how African-American slaves became members of this elite unit, how they lived and fought, and how they earned their freedom ... or died. The story of the Black Regiment is African-American history at its most heroic.
Author: Linda Crotta Brennan
Publisher: Thymely Press
Published: 08/01/2025
Pages: 34
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.29lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.09d
ISBN: 9798218714840
Audience: Ages 9-12
This title is not returnable
Description
The Black Regiment was among the finest military units fighting for independence in the Revolutionary War. During the Battle of Rhode Island, its brave soldiers repelled three fierce assaults by Hessian troops, protecting a large Continental force from capture and paving the way for future American victories. Learn how African-American slaves became members of this elite unit, how they lived and fought, and how they earned their freedom ... or died. The story of the Black Regiment is African-American history at its most heroic.
Author: Linda Crotta Brennan
Publisher: Thymely Press
Published: 08/01/2025
Pages: 34
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.29lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.09d
ISBN: 9798218714840
Audience: Ages 9-12
This title is not returnable
