By the early 19th century, either the northern states had abolished slavery or to develop freedom laws. Slaves fought for freedom and many lives were loss. In November 1775, Congress did not want black to enlist because the slave master thought the slave might turn on them and start riots. Later on the slaves fought at Fort Ticonderoga and the Battle of Bunker Hill. Five thousand slaves freed, but others needed to be free to be with their families. By 1778, many states, including Virginia granted Freedom to slaves who served in the Revolutionary War. Slavery fought for their freedom and did not see the results for years to come, but it was important during that time to fight for freedom.
During the years of conflict, Native American groups, alike many other residents of North America, had to choose the loyalist or patriot cause—or somehow hold a neutral position. However, the Native Americans had distinctive issues all their own in trying to hold on to their native lands as well as maintain access to trade and supplies as war consumed their lands as well. Some connected with the British, while others fought alongside the American colonists. (Librarians,