How are people of African descent an integral part of this colonial town?

Slideshow: How did slavery contribute to the West Division economy and help to build wealth for the enslavers?  

Colonial WH Map to print (pdf) 

Was there an African American community in the West Division in the 18th century?   

 Explore Hidden History Database of the almost 100 people enslaved in WH  -  Worksheet 

Articles:
Bristow: A man who bridged cultures, and bought his freedom,
                  Life in West Hartford by Dr. Tracey Wilson

 Bristow and Ambo, Local Veterans,” Nov. 10, 2021,  we-ha.com 

Remembering Bristow, Dr. Booker DeVaughn, CT Explored, Summer 2017
      

 Videos: 

TITUS KAPHAR VIDEO  "Can Art Amend History?"