Question

Black soldiers fought in the Revolutionary War on both sides - why and how did both armies try to convince them to join "their" side?

Answer 1

During the Revolutionary War, both the British and American armies sought to recruit black soldiers by appealing to their interests and offering incentives. The British promised freedom to enslaved black individuals who joined their side, hoping to weaken the American forces. The American Continental Army also began to recruit black soldiers later in the war, offering them the chance to fight for liberty and equality. Both sides recognized the potential military value of black soldiers and sought to gain their support.