"I was born into slavery in the 1740s. I purchased my freedom for the equivalent of a few thousand dollars and enlisted. I was remembered for my bravery at Bunker Hill."

This statement was made by Salem Poor

Explanation:

Salem Poor is an African American, who was born into slavery around 1747. It was reported to have against the British Army during the American Revolution war. He was also credited for bravery acts during the war. This includes his heroic feat at the battle of Bunker Hill, which also involved the killing of British Lieutenant Colonel James Abercrombie. He was also known to have bought his freedom for 27 pounds at the time before the war.

answer:

it caused mass african migration, african populations to grow, african empires to topple, and racism against slaves to emerge.

background

early european explorers to the americas likely experienced emotions including awe at the vast "new" environment, amazement at meeting "others," the thrill of the unknown, concern for personal safety, desire for personal reward, and longing for their homeland and those left behind. written and pictorial records attributed to europeans provide the bulk of the records of these early travels. impressions of natives as well as native impressions of europeans are frequently framed in the narratives of the explorers. examination of these records indicates the cautious and curious nature of first encounters.

significance

centuries of ignorance, prejudice, and opinions lacking evidence or scholarly research have tainted traditional views of the earliest meetings between native americans (first nations in canada) and europeans. students may come to recognize how the later period of continued exploration, settlement, and interaction was influenced by these early encounters from the st. lawrence river to georgia.

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