it was the practice of many slave owners to choose a new first name for their slaves and use their own last name to show ownership.
William Armistead
James Armistead was freed from slavery from the Virgina Council because of his work in during the American Revolution.
possibly going to war and spying(not sure bout this)
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James Armistead, an enslaved African American who served as a spy during the American Revolutionary War, believed in the pursuit of freedom and equality. His commitment to the American cause was driven by a desire for liberty, not only for himself but for all enslaved people. After the war, he sought recognition and rights for his contributions, reflecting his belief in the value of individual agency and the importance of fighting for justice.
george armistead they took there masters last name ...no-it's William Armistead
james armistead
isabel
James Armistead Lafayette go to school YES he didand just to tell you James Armistead is the same person as James Armistead Lafayette but James Armistead got that from his collage .
How was James Armistead's childhood
No, they are the same.
Martha
Armistead regularly petitioned for his liberty from the Virginia legislature, but his objections were consistently dismissed. As a consequence, Armistead became a free man in 1787. Armistead changed his name to James Armistead Lafayette, appreciative of the Frenchman who helped him acquire his independence.
James Armistead died on August 9th, 1830.
William Armistead
James armistead was born on January 23,1741
James Armistead died on August 9th, 1830.