JOURNAL ARTICLE

A Call to Stand Up: Meanings of Independence for People of African Descent.

  • Published In: Transactions of the American Philosophical Society, 2024, v. 113, n. 3. P. 89 1 of 3

  • Database: Humanities Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Burr, Sherri 3 of 3

Abstract

The article "A Call to Stand Up: Meanings of Independence for People of African Descent" by Sherri Burr explores the different perspectives on independence during the Revolutionary War. It discusses the roles of Black individuals in fighting for freedom and highlights the contributions of free and enslaved Black women like Phillis Wheatley and Mum Bett. The article also reflects on the challenges to democracy and the need to learn from history to maintain independence. It emphasizes the importance of understanding diverse viewpoints and the ongoing struggle to uphold democratic values. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Transactions of the American Philosophical Society. 2024/09, Vol. 113, Issue 3, p89
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:00659746
  • DOI:10.1353/tap.2024.a938830
  • Accession Number:182249336
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