"Presents information regarding African American involvement in United States Civil War of 1861 to 1865, including background information, key events throughout the war, the aftermath of the war, and important people and groups. Intended for fifth to eighth grade students."--Provided by publisher.
General Note
Includes index.
Content Note
AVp2sbook code -- War for freedom -- Slave trade in North America -- Abolitionist movement -- Racism -- Politics of slavery -- Life as a slave -- Harriet Tubman -- Outbreak of war -- Excluded from the fight -- Raising armies -- Army and Navy -- Fighting the war for freedom -- Life as a soldier -- War is over -- Aftermath -- Gradual emancipation -- Education -- Frederick Douglass -- A new hope -- Timeline -- Activity -- Test your knowledge.