Army Life in a Black Regiment

"Army Life in a Black Regiment" by Thomas Wentworth Higginson offers a powerful and insightful account of African American soldiers in the Union Army during the American Civil War. This meticulously prepared print edition presents Higginson's firsthand experience as commander of the First South Carolina Volunteers, later designated the 33rd United States Colored Troops, one of the first Black regiments.

A vital contribution to military history, the book sheds light on the experiences, challenges, and unwavering courage of African American troops fighting for their freedom and the preservation of the Union. Higginson's narrative provides a unique perspective on race, war, and the struggle for equality in 19th-century America. "Army Life in a Black Regiment" remains an important historical document for anyone interested in the Civil War, African American history, and the fight for civil rights.

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