I am sharing this article from The Root because I was
completely floored by the massive numbers of African peoples who were
transported into bondage through the Middle Passage…12.5 million human
beings! I never saw these numbers
because these details are not included in our school history books. Please read below.
How Many Slaves...
My friend’s father was one of the Montford Point Marines. Until she told me his story, I had never heard of this unit of brave African American fighting men, who were ultimately honored with their own Congressional Medal design. So, I thought I would share this article that tells...