| Author |
Higginson, Thomas Wentworth, 1823-1911 |
| Title |
Army Life in a Black Regiment
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| Credits |
Produced by Eric Eldred, and David Widger
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| Summary |
"Army Life in a Black Regiment" by Thomas Wentworth Higginson is a historical account written in the late 19th century that chronicles the experiences of the First South Carolina Volunteers, the first regiment of formerly enslaved African-Americans mustered into the U.S. Army during the Civil War. The narrative is anchored in Higginson's reflections as he assumes command of this unique regiment, and it delves into the challenges and triumphs of training and leading a group of men who had the time only begun to transition from slavery to soldiering. The opening of this work sets the scene as Higginson receives the unexpected offer to lead the first regiment comprised almost entirely of enslaved men, navigating his own apprehensions and expectations about their capabilities. He reflects on the societal perceptions of black soldiers, the rigor of military discipline needed to mold them into effective fighters, and the cultural richness of their backgrounds. As the narrative unfolds, Higginson begins to appreciate the soldiers' quick adaptability to military drills and their vibrant spirit, which combines both camaraderie and resilience. The early entries of the camp diary provide glimpses into camp life, revealing the soldiers' personalities, struggles, and the evolving dynamics of a regiment grounded in hope and the pursuit of freedom. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865)
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| Subject |
United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Personal narratives
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| Subject |
United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Regimental histories
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| Subject |
United States. Army. South Carolina Volunteers, 1st (1862-1864)
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| Subject |
United States. Army. Colored Infantry Regiment, 33rd (1864-1866)
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| Subject |
Soldiers -- United States -- Biography
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| Subject |
Higginson, Thomas Wentworth, 1823-1911
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| Subject |
United States. Army -- Biography
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| Subject |
African American soldiers -- History -- 19th century
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| Subject |
United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Participation, African American
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
6764 |
| Release Date |
Oct 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Mar 20, 2013 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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