In observance of International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade (every March 25), this "From the Vault" episode of Big Blend Radio's "Way Back When" Show features Claire Bellerjeau and Tiffany Yecke Brooks, co-authors of the book “Espionage and Enslavement in the Revolution: The True Story of Robert Townsend and Elizabeth."
"Espionage and Enslavement in the Revolution" is a fascinating historical narrative that takes place in the North during the 18th century and details the intertwining of two lives, a Revolutionary War spy, Robert Townsend and an enslaved woman, known only as Elizabeth or Liss.
Robert Townsend, one of America’s first spies, is credited with being instrumental in the colonies’ victory in the Revolutionary War. Liss’ life travails, as laid out in this riveting creative nonfiction, coupled with her intelligence, beauty and prowess, position her as a new figure in the founding story of America. More: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/claire-bellerjeau-and-tiffany-yecke-brooks-espionage-and-enslavement-in-the-revolution/
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