Black patriotism in US history: Here is just one example to remember during Black History Month
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Americans would do well to remember that Black history is not something apart from American history, but simply another part of our great national story.
Dr. Ben Carson serves as the founder and chairman of the American Cornerstone Institute.
This year, I wanted to change the narrative by taking this opportunity to highlight just one lesser-known African American hero from our history and share his story as an example of patriotism and unity.
Peter Salem was born into slavery in Framingham, Massachusetts, in 1750 and lived there until age 25, when he was emancipated so he could enlist as a Massachusetts Minuteman. As a soldier, Salem fought in the very first engagements of the Revolutionary War through his participation in the Battle of Lexington and Concord with Col. John Nixon’s Fifth Massachusetts Regiment, which included several other African American soldiers.