Patriots of African Descent Monument — Attraction in Upper Merion Township

It's not every day you come across a monument dedicated to Blacks, the builders of this country. It certainly make a huge difference when one of the names listed is a friend and he is still alive. Dr. Charles L. Blockson from Temple University. We thank you for all the work you have done Dr. Blockson for the community and the US. #CharlesLBlockson,...

First monument to Black patriots on Federal land. Bas-relief sculpture based on Cal Massey painting. 700 Black soldiers camped at Valley Forge, many with 1st RI. 5,000-8,000 Black soldiers served in Continental Army alongside white soldiers, the last time the U.S. Army was integrated until the 1950s. Source: NPS...

This is a very moving and informative tribute to the soldier patriots of African descent who fought in the Revolutionary War for...