gettysburg campaign, 1863

Examines the many ways African-Americans participated in the battle at Gettysburg during the Civil War, discussing the active prewar role of Gettysburg citizens, rescues of the Underground Railroad, and the roles of African-American Gettysburg citizens in the events leading up to and following the battle.

Discusses the Civil War Battle of Gettysburg, drawing on the letters, diaries, and memoirs of the people involved.

Text and illustrations describe the events before, during and after the Battle of Gettysburg.