James Lafayette: Revolutionary Spy

James Lafayette, an enslaved man in Virginia, became a key spy for the Patriots during the American Revolution. He worked with the Marquis de Lafayette, gathering intelligence that contributed to the victory at Yorktown. Despite his efforts, James remained enslaved until 1787, when he was freed with the help of a letter from the Marquis. He later reunited with the Marquis in 1824, marking the end of a significant intelligence partnership.

What significant event occurred between James Lafayette and the Marquis de Lafayette in 1824?

Why do you think James Lafayette was successful as a spy during the American Revolution?