African-American History Flashcards
What did African-American history start with?
The arrival of Africans to North America in the 16th and 17th centuries
Who arrived in California in 1579 and after what event?
Former Spanish slaves who had been freed by Francis Drake
Where in California did these former Spanish slaves arrive?
New Albion aboard the Golden Hind
How many Africans were sold during the Atlantic slave trade and how many ended up in North America?
10-12 million were sold and about 388,000 ended up in North America
Who were enslaved Africans sold to in North America and for what purpose?
White colonists, mainly to work on large farms
What in African-American history happened in 1619?
A group of enslaved Africans arrived in Virginia, marking the start of slavery in what would become the United States
What percent of the population of British North America was of African descent by 1776?
About 20%
What happened as a result of the American Revolutionary War?
The Thirteen Colonies became independent and formed the United States, causing big changes for African-Americans
