In all likelihood you’ve never heard of James Forten but all Americans are living in his powerful legacy today. A free black man who fought in the American Revolution and was in the crowd for the signing of the Declaration of Independence. A patriot, a leader and, ultimately, an abolitionist. This just begins to explain James’ story, so why have so many of us never learned about his life? Author Kesha Grant joins us to discuss the details of this unsung founding father and answer our questions around knowing our nation’s full history in this season’s final episode.
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