Spencer Davis

This program presents the story of African-American soldiers in battle and their struggle for equal treatment in the Union army.

Description

This program presents the story of African-American soldiers in battle and their struggle for equal treatment in the Union army. Black troops in uniform were often transformed by the experience. The presentation describes how black troops faced discrimination within the Union Army as well as Confederate attacks. A growing number of these soldiers’ letters and articles have been discovered, and they form the basis for this presentation.

Spencer Davis

Title: Professor of History - Peru State College

Phone: (402) 293-6713

City: Peru


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