New Event Challenges Perceptions of American Revolution's Role in Slavery and Equality
A new event, 'American Revolution in Black & White', is set to challenge perceptions of the American Revolution. Led by Maurice Jackson, a Georgetown University professor, the event explores the complex relationship between slavery, abolition, and the revolutionary ideals of freedom and equality.
The event is part of the Preserving Black Haddonfield History Project's celebrations and is hosted by the Haddonfield Public Library and the Indian King Tavern Museum. It is presented by the Coalition on Slavery, Abolition and the American Revolution, a collaboration between local historical societies.
Jack O'Byrne, executive director of the Camden County Historical Society, notes that the Declaration of Independence's promise of 'all men are created equal' did not initially apply to the majority of the population. He emphasizes the importance of telling the full story of the struggle for equality, as promised in the Declaration.
Leigh-Anne Francis, a professor at The College of New Jersey, sees recent attempts to reshape American history as an attack on the nation's ability to dream and envision a free world. She describes the principles of the American Revolution as 'perfect' but acknowledges their misuse in pursuing white supremacist goals. Francis and O'Byrne agree that while progress has been made, there have been regressions towards the idea of equality.
The 'American Revolution in Black & White' series aims to provide a more comprehensive understanding of the American Revolution, its promises, and its shortcomings. By exploring the debates rooted in economics, faith, human rights, and foreign policies, the event seeks to enrich the nation's collective understanding of its history and the ongoing struggle for equality.
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