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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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