"The Negro as a Soldier" by Christian A. Fleetwood is a historical examination illustrating the significant contributions of African American soldiers throughout American history, particularly focusing on the Civil War era. Fleetwood, drawing from his own experiences and research, highlights the bravery, dedication, and capabilities of Black soldiers, challenging prevailing prejudices and stereotypes. The work offers evidence of the valor and commitment of these soldiers through first hand testimonials, comprehensive statistics that detail Black enlistments and casualties, and an appendix honoring African Americans who received the Congressional Medal of Honor. The book emphasizes the African American soldier's consistent and crucial role in the nation's military conflicts, seeking to establish their rightful place in American military history.
The Negro as a soldier
By Christian A. (Christian Abraham) Fleetwood
Through personal accounts and statistical data, this history reveals the courage and crucial contributions of Black soldiers from the Revolution to the Civil War, shattering stereotypes and honoring their service.
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About the AuthorChristian Abraham Fleetwood, was an African American non-commissioned officer in the United States Army, a commissioned officer in the D.C. National Guard, an editor, a musician, and a government official. He received the Medal of Honor for his actions during the American Civil War. He wrote "The Negro As a Soldier" for the Negro Congress at the Cotton States and International Exposition in Atlanta, Georgia held in November 1895.
Christian Abraham Fleetwood, was an African American non-commissioned officer in the United States Army, a commissioned officer in the D.C. National Guard, an editor, a musician, and a government official. He received the Medal of Honor for his actions during the American Civil War. He wrote "The Negro As a Soldier" for the Negro Congress at the Cotton States and International Exposition in Atlanta, Georgia held in November 1895.
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