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Emancipation, Of Sorts (1863) w/ Jonathan Lande

This Day

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Black Soldiers in the Civil War: Struggles for Freedom

This chapter delves into the experiences of Black soldiers during the Civil War, focusing on the tension between their pursuit of freedom and the constraints of military life rooted in their histories of enslavement. Through personal narratives, it reveals the complexities of desertion, familial obligations, and the harsh realities faced both in combat and at home, countering romanticized portrayals of Black military service.

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