On Tuesday, October 19, 2021, Allen Despres shared the story about the African Burial Ground and slavery in New York from the 17th Century through the 18th Century. Learn how New York City became the second largest slave holding city in North America, second only to Charleston.
Curious about week 4? Check out NY National Historic Sites: Hamilton Grange
About the Presenter
Allen J. Despres is a retired United States Park Ranger. Allen has been giving programs for the American and even the international public, about the important issues of universal and American values of history found in our National Parks and Historic Sights for over twenty years.
As an interpreter of history at Weir Farm, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, the African Burial Ground, Grant’s Tomb, Federal Hall, and Castle Clinton, Allen has lectured, given tours, and created programs for the general public as well as school groups.
Curious about week 4? Check out NY National Historic Sites: Hamilton Grange
About the Presenter
Allen J. Despres is a retired United States Park Ranger. Allen has been giving programs for the American and even the international public, about the important issues of universal and American values of history found in our National Parks and Historic Sights for over twenty years.
As an interpreter of history at Weir Farm, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, the African Burial Ground, Grant’s Tomb, Federal Hall, and Castle Clinton, Allen has lectured, given tours, and created programs for the general public as well as school groups.
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