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The Other American Colonies They Forgot To Teach You About

Season 2 Episode 5 | 13m 56s

We’ve been learning about the 13 colonies all our lives, so why did no one think to mention the British Caribbean colonies? And why didn't theses colonies join the American Revolution? The answer has a lot to do with slavery.

Aired: 02/10/26
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