Contrabands were runaway slaves in the North.
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Harriet Tubman was an African-American abolitionist and Union spy during the American Civil War. Her parents were Ben Ross and Harriet Green.
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The African-American pioneers who traveled to the Great Plains after the American Civil War referred to themselves as Exodusters. The name is a play on Exodus from the Bible.
Martin Luther King Jr. was his real name. He was an American civil rights leader and activist. He started the African-American civil rights movement.
The African American unit that led the attack on Fort Wagner was the 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment. This regiment, composed predominantly of African American soldiers, fought bravely during the assault on July 18, 1863, as part of the Union's efforts in the Civil War. Their courageous charge, despite heavy casualties, played a significant role in changing perceptions about African American soldiers in the military.
The statue you are referring to is likely the one of "The African American Civil War Memorial," which represents the contributions of African American soldiers during the Civil War. The central figure of the statue is not named as a specific individual but symbolizes the many unnamed soldiers who fought for freedom. If you meant a different statue, please specify for a more accurate response.
The 54th Massachusetts Infantry was one of the first official all-black unit on either side. It served with distinction as part of the Union Army, and their story is the basis of the movie Glory.
Name an African American enterprise that you patronize.
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what was the name of clarks african american helper and what skills did he have
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