Rough crossings: Britain, the slaves, and the American Revolution
History, European history, United States history
Human-narrated audio
Summary
Chronicles the mass emancipation of slaves in the American colonies - by Britain - beginning in 1775, when Virginia governor Lord Dunmore promised freedom for slaves who bore arms against the rebels. Describes the flight of tens of thousands to… British-controlled territory and their resettlement in Nova Scotia and later in Sierra Leone. Some descriptions of violence and some strong language. 2005.
Title Details
ISBN
9780670044702
Publisher
Viking
Copyright Date
2005
Book number
2415767
Audio details for CELA title
Narrator
Frances Harris and Margaret Williams
Duration
24 hours 12 seconds
Audio producer
CNIB, 2010.