Explain the principal manner in which the survival of African-Americans from colonial through Civil War, assignment help

According to the textbook, from West Africa to Appomattox, the
journey of the African living in America has been fraught with
disappointment and misery. However, there has always been a glimmer of
hope that America and its citizens would live up to the principles upon
which the nation was founded.

Use the Internet or Strayer databases to research events between
1619−1860 that relate to the legal limitations of both enslaved and free
Africans on American soil.

Write a five to six (5-6) page paper in which you:

1. Explain the principal manner in which the survival of
   African-Americans from colonial through Civil War times is inextricably
   rooted in West African traditions. Support your response with at least
   two (2) aspects of African culture that had survived and manifested
   themselves in the daily lives of both free and enslaved
   African-Americans.
2. Investigate at least two (2) events between 1619‒1860 that
   demonstrate the ability of enslaved and free African-Americans to
   overcome the legal limitations on their claims to dignity and
   self-respect. Provide your rationale for selecting the two (2) events in
   question.
3. Examine the manner in which your two (2) chosen events showcase the
   ability of the U.S. Constitution and Declaration of Independence to live
   up to their promises. Include specific examples from both documents
   that reinforce your argument.
4. Use at least three (3) quality resources in this assignment. Note:
   Wikipedia and similar Websites do not qualify as quality resources.

Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:

• Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with
  one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA
  or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional
  instructions.
• Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the
  student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date.
  The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required
  assignment page length.