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Valley Forge National Historical Park
Valley Forge: Making and Remaking a National Symbol
Making and remaking
John H. Ansley
Making and Remaking a National Symbol

"Making and Remaking a National Symbol"

 
3 African American revolutionary war soldiers  

Did You Know?
Varnum's brigade contained the 1st Rhode Island Regiment, a unit largely made up of African American and Native American soldiers. The unit symbolizes the diversity of the army - a diversity not seen again for many years.

Last Updated: November 27, 2006 at 13:30 EST