Essay topic: the role of African Americans in colonial and

Essay topic: the role of African Americans in colonial and U.S. history during the time of the course. 

Your essay answer should include:  a discussion of change over time—1500s to 1865

                        A discussion of regional differences [north, south, west], if any

                        A discussion of internal and external/foreign influences on the topic you have chosen.

Your essay should have clear introductory and closing paragraphs.

This essay should be at least 750 words