Declarations: Black Americans and the Revolutionary War (2026)

Two and a half centuries ago, the signing of the Declaration of Independence gave voice to a powerful promise: “all men are created equal.” Yet many of the Founders who penned those words were slaveholders. As this radical vision of liberty began to ripple across the colonies, Black Americans recognized themselves in its ideals. *DECLARATIONS: BLACK AMERICANS AND THE REVOLUTIONARY WAR* explores how they courageously fought for those democratic principles—on behalf of themselves, their families, and their communities. Featuring expert insights from historians Leslie Alexander, Danielle Allen, Edward Ayers, Christopher L. Brown, Woody Holton, and others, this film uncovers a crucial chapter in the nation’s founding.