James Armistead Lafayette: The Double Agent of the American Revolution

🕵️ Uncover the thrilling life of James Armistead Lafayette, the enslaved African American who became a crucial double agent during the American Revolution! 🕵️
In this compelling video, we delve into the remarkable story of James Armistead Lafayette, an enslaved man who secured his freedom through daring acts of espionage that greatly aided the American cause. Working as a double agent, Armistead provided invaluable intelligence to the Continental Army, becoming a key figure in the decisive victory at Yorktown.
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James Armistead and John Honeyman won us 2 major battles.

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Amazing story. Hard to fathom why this is the first time hearing this. It makes sense that Cornwallis was duped into a trap at Yorktown, and essentially James basically set the whole thing in place. The guy needs a monument.

[@GeoffBosco]

I am completely dumbfounded by the fact I've never heard any of this before.