John Adams – the quick Sliver

2.14.20 Crispus

February 14, 2020 Mike Keeler

No Comments

As we arrive smack-dab in the middle of Black History Month, let’s state one truth very plainly: One of the first persons to die in the American war for independence was a black man. Folks have argued over exactly who he was.The only two surviving documents that refer to him…

2.6.15 Crispus Redux

February 6, 2015 Mike Keeler

No Comments

History is an ongoing argument. But as we begin Black History Month, there’s one thing we can be sure of: the first American to die in our war for independence was a black man. Folks have argued about exactly who he was. The only two surviving documents that refer to him…

2015 American Revolution Black History Month Boston Massacre Crispus Attucks John Adams

3.30.07 Echoes of the Past

March 30, 2007 Mike Keeler

No Comments

In our first capital, the sins of the nation’s past are being brought to light. When George Washington moved to Philadelphia in 1780, he brought 9 personal servants. The President’s house at the corner of 6th and Market had numerous outbuildings, including one referred to as “servants’ quarters.” Later, the…

2007 archaeology Bald Eagle DDT Fish and Wildlife George Washington John Adams Liberty Bell Navy Yard Philadelphia slaves