

Q&A: Jesse Holland, "The Invisibles: The Untold Story of African American Slaves in the White House"
Nov 27, 2023
Jesse Holland discusses his book 'The Invisibles' which explores the untold story of African American slaves in the White House. Topics include the presence of slaves in the first president's house, debunking Dolly Madison's heroic role, the history of Arlington House and Freedman's Village, and Andrew Jackson's love for horses and slaves.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Slavery in the First President's House
03:02 • 9min
Debunking Dolly Madison's Heroic Role
12:05 • 9min
The History of Arlington House and Freedman's Village
21:17 • 4min
Discovering Family Roots
24:53 • 4min
Andrew Jackson's Love for Horses and Slaves
29:07 • 25min
Story of Elias Polk, a Conservative Slave Turned Political Figure, and Evaluating Historical Figures' Treatment of Slaves
54:11 • 2min
The Beverly Snow Riot and the Importance of Researching Slave Stories
56:28 • 3min