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What caused General Washington to change his policy on African Americans serving as soldiers? a slave revolt in Georgia a letter from his wife begging him to reconsider the British offer of freedom to enslaved people an impassioned plea from Jehu Grant
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General Washington's change in policy regarding African Americans serving as soldiers was significantly influenced by the British offer of freedom to enslaved people. The British were actively recruiting African Americans to join their forces by promising them emancipation, which created a sense of urgency for Washington and the Continental Army to enlist Black soldiers as well.
While there were multiple factors at play, including pressures from other leaders and the practical need for more troops, the British offer played a pivotal role in prompting Washington to shift his stance and allow African Americans to serve in the Continental Army.
While there were multiple factors at play, including pressures from other leaders and the practical need for more troops, the British offer played a pivotal role in prompting Washington to shift his stance and allow African Americans to serve in the Continental Army.