Please join the King of Prussia Historical Society on Saturday, February 11th at 2:00 pm when Abdullah Muhammad presents “Africans in New Sweden, The Untold Story” at Christ Church (Old Swedes) Church Hall.
One of the best kept secrets of the European colonization of the world, particularly of North America, has been the hidden role of Africans—both free and enslaved. Much of what was accomplished by those European colonists, particularly the Swedes and the Dutch, was greatly overshadowed by the English, who became the ruling European n
ation in the original 13 colonies.
During this presentation, Abdullah Muhammad will shed light on the role that many of those Africans played in shaping the first viable European communities during the 17th century, namely the Swedish and Dutch communities, which were at the forefront of shaping what is now Delaware.
Click here to learn about Antoni Swart, the African who lived in New Sweden. This 10-page slide show is a synopsis by Abdullah Muhammad of his book: Africans in New Sweden, The Untold Story. The book is available for order from the New Sweden Centre. Click here for ordering information.
When: Saturday, February 11 at 2:00 pm
What: Africans in New Sweden, The Untold Story
Who: Abdullah Muhammad
Where: Christ Church Old Swedes Hall, 740 River Road, Swedesburg PA 19405 (Directions)
Meetings are free and open to the public.