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SUMMARY:Conversations at Noon on the Connecticut Freedom Trail - Jordan Freeman: The Fight to Set a People Free with Kevin Johnson
DESCRIPTION:Connecticut’s Old State House is pleased to present Kevin Johnson as Jordan Freeman for a special Conversations at Noon on the Connecticut Freedom Trail.  Uncover the story of Jordan Freeman\, an African American servant of John Ledyard and the body servant of Col. William Ledyard in the Revolutionary War. Kevin Johnson’s portrayal of Freeman is told from an emotional and exciting first-person perspective that vividly illustrates the struggle of  African Americans during the Revolutionary War. \nMr. Johnson\, an employee of the State Library’s History and Genealogy Unit\, has been portraying Jordan Freeman for about 17 years. His presentation is based on extensive research in the collections of the Connecticut State Library and the Museum of Connecticut History at 231 Capitol Ave\, opposite the State Capitol in Hartford. \nAlthough Jordan Freeman was not enlisted himself\, he played a vital role in the fight for independence while serving alongside Col. Ledyard. Historians estimate that roughly 5\,000 Black soldiers participated in militias\, naval service\, combat\, and support roles during the Revolution\, including nearly 500 from Connecticut. Some joined out of a sense of duty\, while others were promised their freedom in exchange for completing a set term of service. \nWHEN: Tuesday\, August 26\, 2025 \nTIME: 12 Noon \nWHERE? Streaming live on Facebook and YouTube\nhttps://www.facebook.com/CTFreedomTrail\nhttps://www.youtube.com/@TheConnecticutFreedomTrail \nTo RSVP: CLICK HERE 
URL:https://wp.cga.ct.gov/osh/calendar/conversations-at-noon-on-the-connecticut-freedom-trail-jordan-freeman-the-fight-to-set-a-people-free-with-kevin-johnson/
LOCATION:Streaming on Facebook and YouTube
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