Fort Mose: And the Story of the Man Who Built the First Free Black Settlement in Colonial America

Discover the powerful true story of Fort Mose, the first free Black community in what would become the United States.

“Turner’s graceful account clearly distinguishes between fact and supposition. . . . A significant addition to African American history collections for young people.” —Booklist (starred review)

In this richly illustrated picture book, acclaimed author Glennette Tilley Turner brings to life the journey of Francisco Menendez, an African-born man who escaped slavery in South Caro...