First Freedom: The Responses of Alabama's Blacks to Emancipation and Reconstruction

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The book explores the transformative period after the Civil War, highlighting the determination of African Americans to achieve independence and distance themselves from the remnants of slavery. It examines the historical developments within post-slave societies and contributes to ongoing historiographic trends related to emancipation, offering insights into the social dynamics and aspirations of black communities during this pivotal time.