African Americans and the Gettysburg Campaign by James M, and Gordon, Martin (Editor) Paradis ISBN 13: 9780810850309

Scarecrow Press (2005), 144 pages, 2004. Paperback. African Americans and the Gettysburg Campaign by Edwin C. Bearss (2004)

Scarecrow Press, 2004-10-01. Paperback. Like New.

Scarecrow Press, 2004-10-01. Paperback. New.

Paperback / softback. New. The role that African Americans played in the Gettysburg Campaign has now been largely forgotten. This work seeks to rectify this oversight by bringing to light the many ways that Black Americans took part in the crucial battle at Gettysburg, how they were able to influence the military outcome, and the impact the Civil War had on their lives.

paperback. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book.

New. The role that African Americans played in the Gettysburg Campaign has now been largely forgotten. This work seeks to rectify this oversight by bringing to light the many ways that Black Americans took part in the crucial battle at Gettysburg, how they were able to influence the military outcome, and the impact the Civil War had on their lives. Author, James M. Paradis, a former licensed battlefield guide at Gettysburg National Military Park, examines the active prewar role played by Gettysburg citizens, both black and white, in dramatic rescues of the Underground Railroad. Readers are introduced to an impressive ensemble of characters from the black community in Gettysburg including farmers, blacksmiths, teachers, veterinarians, preachers, servants, and laborers. He also dispels the myth that no black men fought or were killed defending Gettysburg from the Confederate invasion. By filling in the missing pieces, this book will help African Americans take back their own history in this dramatic… Read More

Scarecrow Pr, 2005. Paperback. New. 110 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.50 inches.

Scarecrow Press. Paperback. New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title!