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History Of The Negro Race In America Vol. 2
About the Book
History of the Negro Race in America Vol 2,' is the second installment in a two-volume work by African American historian and politician George Washington Williams. First published in 1883, the book provides a comprehensive history of the experiences of African Americans in America from the end of the Civil War in 1865 to the late 19th century. In Volume 2, Williams covers a range of topics, including the Reconstruction era, the rise of Jim Crow laws and segregation, the role of African Americans in the military, and the growth of the civil rights movement. He also discusses the contributions of notable African American figures, such as Frederick Douglass, Booker T. Washington, and Harriet Tubman. His work remains an important source of information and inspiration for scholars, activists, and anyone interested in the struggle for racial equality in America.
George W. Williams (1849-1891) was an African American historian, minister, and politician who made significant contributions to the study of African American history. He was born into slavery in Pennsylvania but escaped to Canada at the age of 14. He later fought in the Union Army during the Civil War and was eventually ordained as a Baptist minister. Williams is best known for his two-volume work, "History of the Negro Race in America," which he published in 1882 and 1883. The work is considered one of the earliest and most comprehensive histories of African Americans in the United States. In addition to his work as a historian, Williams was also active in politics, serving as the first African American elected to the Ohio State Legislature in 1879. His work was highly respected during his lifetime, and his contributions to African American history have continued to be recognized in the decades since his death.
