African American Patriots of the Revolution

Dr. Linda Rice discusses African American lives during the War for Independence, specifically the role of Black Patriots who fought during the conflict. An estimated 5,000 African Americans - some free and some enslaved - fought against Great Britain. Another 20,000 fought on the side of the Loyalists. Dr. Rice taught high school English for 10 years in northeast Ohio and western Pennsylvania before completing her doctorate and coming to teach at Ohio University in 2002. While a high school teacher, Rice earned National Board Certification, a credential held by less than 3 percent of teachers nationwide. She is the author of more than 25 publications, including two books, 10 chapters for edited books, and numerous journal articles. She earned her PhD in English from Kent State University.