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First Fruits of Freedom: The Migration of Former Slaves and Their Search for Equality in Worcester, Massachusetts, 1862-1900

By Janette Thomas Greenwood
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By Janette Thomas Greenwood
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A moving narrative that offers a rare glimpse into the lives of African American men, women, and children on the cusp of freedom, First Fruits of Freedom chronicles one of the first collective migrations of blacks from the South to the North during and after the Civil War.

Janette Thomas Greenwood relates the history of a network forged between Worcester County, Massachusetts, and eastern North Carolina as a result of Worcester regiments taking control of northeastern North Carolina during t...

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HistorySocial SciencesAfrican AmericansUnited States HistoryAfrican Americans - General & Miscellaneous19th Century United States History - General & Miscellaneous19th Century United States History - Civil War19th Century American History - General and MiscellaneousAfrican Americans - General & MiscellaneousUnited States Civil War - Social Aspects