1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 James Forten: From Prisoner to American Giant tells the remarkable story of a 14-year-old Revolutionary War patriot who refused to betray the American cause. Born free in Philadelphia, captured by the British, and imprisoned aboard the notorious prison ship Jersey, James Forten returned home and built himself into one of America’s most successful Black entrepreneurs. In this episode of the America’s Founding Series, discover how Forten used capitalism, self-reliance, wealth creation, and moral conviction to fight for liberty and force America to live up to its founding promise. Inside the Episode: The True Patriot: Why James Forten’s Revolutionary War service reveals real American patriotism&amp;nbsp; From Prisoner to Power: How Forten went from prisoner of war to dominant Philadelphia businessman&amp;nbsp; Capitalist Liberation: Why wealth creation became a powerful tool for liberty and reform&amp;nbsp; Reclaiming Citizenship: How Forten challenged colonization and claimed America as his home&amp;nbsp; The Modern Lesson: What Forten teaches about capitalism, self-reliance, and America 250&amp;nbsp; James Forten’s life is not a story of victimhood. It is a story of victory through courage, competence, and conviction. As America approaches its 250th birthday, his legacy reminds us why the American promise is worth knowing, defending, and passing on. 📲 Follow the podcast and share this episode with 3-4 fellow patriots who want to learn the true, untold stories of America’s history. &amp;nbsp; Timestamps 00:00 The Courage of a Young Patriot 02:52 James Forten: A Story of American Exceptionalism 07:26 From Captivity to Success: Forten's Journey 11:46 Economic Independence and Civic Responsibility 18:47 Forten's Legacy: Building, Owning, and Leading 🔔 Subscribe for More: 📖 Sign up for The P.A.S. Report newsletter at https://pasreport.com 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform! Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation! Conservative Politics &amp; News: The P.A.S. Report https://pasreport.com <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/41369670/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/88AA3C/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/item/41369670