Declarations: Black Americans and the Revolutionary War

Declarations: Black Americans and the Revolutionary War is a documentary film scheduled for release on June 29, 2026. The film centers on the period surrounding the signing of the Declaration of Independence 250 years prior, exploring how Black Americans engaged with the founding document's assertion that "all men are created equal" and what that principle meant for their own pursuit of freedom. The documentary examines how Black individuals and communities actively fought for the democratic ideals articulated by the Founders — many of whom were themselves slaveholders — on behalf of themselves, their families, and their broader communities. The film draws on the perspectives of historians and scholars including Leslie Alexander, Danielle Allen, Edward Ayers, Christopher L. Brown, and Woody Holton.