James Armistead Lafayette

Birth

Dec 10, 1748

James Armistead was born into slavery in New Kent, Virginia

Joins army

Period: Jan 1, 1781 to Mar 31, 1781

After getting permission from his master James went to the army.

Spy on Cornwallis

Period: May 25, 1781 to Sep 28, 1781

He would relay information to General Lafayette about the British plans.

Battle of Yorktown

Period: Sep 28, 1781 to Oct 19, 1781

He helped give information to General Lafayette, which helped them win the battle.

Gets grant to freedom

Period: Jan 1, 1787 to Dec 31, 1787

With the recomendation of General Lafeyattte he was granted his freedom.

Death

Aug 9, 1830

James Armistead Lafayette died a free man, in his farm around New Kent, Virginia.