African americans in the civil war
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Around 180,000 African Americans served in the Union Army during the Civil War, making up 10% of the Union forces. While some tried to enlist in the Confederacy, the Confederate government did not allow black soldiers. In the Union, African Americans performed many jobs but still faced discrimination. The 54th Massachusetts was one of the first official black regiments and fought bravely at Fort Wagner. Frederick Douglass encouraged blacks to enlist through influential speeches. Notable individuals like James Lewis and Robert Smalls achieved success after demonstrating bravery during the war.
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Red Cross Pennsylvania Rivers Chapter presentation to Lehigh Valley Military Affairs Council (LVMAC) by Peter Brown, Exec. Dir., on 16 November 2022 concerning its mission to the military (and veterans) through its Support to the Armed Forces Program (unique to the American Red Cross) together with a history on the Red Cross' origins in the United States.
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The Civil War was fought from 1861 to 1865 between the Union states of the North and the Confederate states of the South. There were over 50 major battles and thousands of minor battles, resulting in over 620,000 deaths among soldiers. The Union had advantages in population, industry, and naval power, while the South had advantages in geography and experienced military leaders like Robert E. Lee and Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson. Ultimately, the Union's greater resources and General Ulysses S. Grant's effective strategies led to the South's defeat and the end of the war in April 1865.
COURSE OUTLINE
This course covers the African American military experience from 1865 to 1940 over 4 thematic periods in 6 weekly 2.5 hour classes. Topics will include the Buffalo Soldiers, the emergence of black officers, the Spanish American and Philippine American Wars, and the service of black soldiers in World War 1. Classes incorporate lectures, discussions, films, slides, interviews and letters to explore the experiences of black soldiers and their families on topics such as duty, segregation, and leisure activities over the eras examined.
The lost cause 101
The document summarizes the key points of the Lost Cause interpretation of the American Civil War, which aimed to justify the Confederate cause after the war. The Lost Cause claimed that (1) slavery was not the primary cause of the war, (2) secession was constitutional, and (3) the Confederacy was defeated only due to the Union's overwhelming resources and numbers rather than military or political weaknesses of the Confederacy. It also promoted the ideas of Southern nobility and chivalry and downplayed the harsh reality of slavery. The Lost Cause interpretation became popular in the late 19th century through memorials, art, films and other cultural artifacts that romanticized the Confederacy while ignoring the central role of slavery.
US History Project Task 1: Important People
This document summarizes 20 key figures from the American Civil War, providing a brief explanation of why each figure was important and which side they represented. Some of the most prominent figures mentioned include Abraham Lincoln, the Union president who opposed the expansion of slavery and led the Union to victory; Robert E. Lee, perhaps the greatest Confederate general who had early successes against the Union; and Ulysses S. Grant, a leading Union general who oversaw important victories that helped turn the tide of the war in the North's favor. Both Union and Confederate military leaders, politicians, activists, and others who played pivotal roles on both sides of the conflict are highlighted.
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The Civil War was the bloodiest war in American history, resulting in over 600,000 casualties. It pitted the Union states against the seceding Confederate states, who fought to preserve slavery and states' rights. Major turning points included the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863, which freed slaves in rebelling states, and Union victories at Gettysburg and Vicksburg that year. The war ultimately preserved the Union, led to the abolition of slavery, and established the federal government's supremacy over the states.
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African americans in the civil war
- 1. African Americans in the Civil War Sassy Perry Rachel Robinson Brooke Salzman
- 2. African Americans in the Union About 180,000 African Americans served during the Civil War, including runaway slaves. In total, they made up about 10% of the Union Army
- 3. African Americans in the Confederacy Although many blacks tried to enlist in the army, the Confederate government did not allow them to, and instead were just laborers. They only took up arms when their masters went into combat.
- 4. Jobs of African Americans in the Union Most blacks served in the army and navy after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued. Even so, they still faced discrimination in such things as salary and ranking.
- 5. Jobs of African Americans in the Confederacy Blacks aided the war effort by working as blacksmiths, nurses, laundresses, etc. Blacks were not allowed to serve in the Confederate Army until General Order 14 was passed, but by then the war had already ended
- 6. Patrick Cleburne’s letter Before General “The slaves are dangerous Order 14 was passed, now, but armed, trained, General Cleburne and collected in an army had written a letter they would be a thousand to Confederate fold more dangerous; President Jefferson therefore when we make Davis asking for soldiers of them we must Permission to arm make free men of them beyond all question, and slaves in order to thus enlist their sympathies also…” help the war effort.
- 7. Famous African American unit The 54 Massachusetts Regiment was one of The first official black Units in the country, And are known for their Assault on Fort Wagner In South Carolina. Although the Regiment was not able to hold the fort, the battle encouraged more African American to enlist for the army.
- 8. Frederick Douglass’s Speech Although he never served in the armed forces, Douglass gave a speech encouraging blacks to enlist in the army "Who would be free themselves must strike the blow....I urge you to fly to arms and smite to death the power that would bury the Government and your liberty in the same hopeless grave. This is your golden opportunity."
- 9. James Lewis (1832-1897) Originally a steward on a ship, Lewis Escaped the south at the start Of the Civil War. He then joined The Union army and achieved The rank of Captain in the First Louisiana Volunteer Native Guards. After the war he was given the post of United States Inspector of Customs in New Orleans.
- 10. Robert Smalls (1839-1915) Smalls served as a ship Pilot until he became Famous after he stole the CSS Planter and handed it Over to the Union. After the war he served in the House of Representatives from South Carolina from 1875 to 1887.
- 11. Works Cited "African American History & the Civil War(CWSS)." Civil War Soldiers and Sailors System. Web. 20 Nov. 2010. "The Civil War." PBS: Public Broadcasting Service. Web. 20 Nov. 2010. Cleburne, Patrick R. Letter to Commanding General, The Corps, Division, Brigade, and Regimental Commanders of the Army of Tennessee. 02 Jan. 1864. Civil War Preservation Trust. Web. 20 Nov. 2010. Davis, Jerome. "Before They Were Famous: African-Americans Who Participated in This Country's Marine Industry." Maritime Administration Home Page. Web. 21 Nov. 2010. 1st Louisiana Native Guard. 1861. Photograph. Footnote. Bgill. Web. "Promotion of Colored Enlistments." National Hall, Philadelphia. 06 July 1863. Speech