participation, african american

Briefly presents, in graphic novel format, the story of the African American soldiers in the 54th Massachusetts Regiment.

"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.

Contains a series of letters written by a black soldier to a Massachusetts newspaper during the Civil War.

An African-American's story that relates to all Americans and the world struggle of the thirties and the attempts to prevent the spread of fascism and World War II.

Tells about the heroism of the soldiers of the 54th Massachusetts Regiment, one of the first all-African American regiments in the Civil War.

Presents brief biographies and learning activities about African-Americans and their contributions during the American Revolution.

Discusses the formation of Philadelphia's African-American Sixth Regiment and its contribution to the Civil War effort, and provides statistics on the regiment and a muster roll of its men.

Presents an inside view of the entire history of the Civil War's 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry, a special corps composed of persons of African descent.