Daughters of Diversity
Herschel Levit painted the mural, "Crispus Attucks," at the Recorder of Deeds Building, Washington D.C., in 1943.
Library of Congress
Historians estimate that approximately 5,000 African American soldiers and sailors served in the American Revolutionary War. The descendants of the African Americans who fought in the American Revolutionary War have a complex and unique heritage. For those who fought on the side of the colonists, their contribution to the cause of American independence is a source of pride and patriotism. The service of African Americans during the war was a significant factor in shaping American history and the struggle for civil rights. Many descendants of these soldiers continue to honor their ancestors' legacy by preserving their stories and advocating for social justice.
Individuals who can trace their lineage to American Revolutionary War soldiers are eligible to join the Daughters of the American Revolution, highlighting the important role they played in shaping the nation's history. We have shared a series of resource sites below to assist you in your exploration of possible links to a Patriot of color. You may also contact us directly for assistance with this research using the link at the bottom of this page.
Daughters Dialogs
We are honored to share the Daughters Dialogues website chronicling the journeys of discovery into relationships with patriots of the American Revolution. Dialogues of women with African American lineage who descend from American Indian, black, and white men and women who contributed to the American Revolution.
Individuals who can trace their lineage to American Revolutionary War soldiers are eligible to join the Daughters of the American Revolution, highlighting the important role they played in shaping the nation's history. We have shared a series of resource sites below to assist you in your exploration of possible links to a Patriot of color. You may also contact us directly for assistance with this research using the link at the bottom of this page.
Daughters Dialogs
We are honored to share the Daughters Dialogues website chronicling the journeys of discovery into relationships with patriots of the American Revolution. Dialogues of women with African American lineage who descend from American Indian, black, and white men and women who contributed to the American Revolution.
Please access the resource links below to research a possible link to a Patriot of the American Revolution.
African America Research:
African America Research:
We encourage and support your exploration of a possible connection to a Revolutionary War Patriot and the DAR application process. Please visit our Contact Us page to connect with us and begin the process.