Sarah ODell

Maite VII

Curzon, a slave boy under Bellingham, is beginning of play a larger role in the
story. Because he is a slave, he most likely has African roots, which suggests dark
skin. Curzon is also about the same age as Isabel, but seems to be in good shape,
for he could run much faster than her. This is also supported by his recruitment as a
patriot spy by his master. Overall, Curzon is a capable young boy.
Curzon is in a unique position, for because his master is an active patriot, he
has become aware of the political situation in New York. Most slaves had little
concept of what was happening around them, sheltered and polarized by their
masters. But what makes Curzon so unique is what he does with this information.
Many people, even in todays society, maintain an agnostic view on politics and
current events. Curzon is a strong rebel ally, not only in hopes of winning his own
freedom, but because of his belief in the political issue at hand. This is shown in his
loyalty to Bellingham and the patriots, as well as personally scouting Isabel as a spy.
Curzon, despite being a slave, boldly supports the cause he believes in.
Curzon is a slave to Bellingham, a patriot. Because of this, he has
connections to other rebels and patriot leaders. This is displayed in Curzons
communication with Bellingham and in the politically correlated errands that his
master asks him to do. Curzon is also aware of the loyalist sympathizers in New
York, and because of this, recruits Isabel to gather information on her loyalist
master. Curzon has many connections throughout the city of New York, a large asset
to the rebel cause.