… Which Fought For The South And The North In The Civil War.
"Throughout American history African Americans and most people of color, including Native Americans, were traditionally discriminated against and given little opportunities in the military. Taken in the context of the periods, black soldiers could have the freedom to serve in armed forces compared to opportunities in civil life. They still, however, encountered many social barriers.
For example, free blacks could and did join with both sides during the Revolutionary war in segregated units and mixed units. Slaves could also win their freedom through fighting. Despite their service, there were misgivings about arming masses of blacks for fear of an armed revolution.
Black units could serve with as much distinction and honor as humanly possible, but still could be viewed as threats and second class citizens or worse. Even during the Civil War, blacks fought on the battlefield and politically for both sides. Obviously, the views of the Union were much more appealing to blacks, but black men in the south could still find wealth and success.
It is hard to believe a black regiment fought for the South, but that is exactly what the 1st Louisiana Native Guard (LNG) was. It is to be remembered that the American Civil War was fought mainly due to secession and states' rights. Slavery was part of it but did not take the main stage until the war was already raging…"
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completes a Confederate river ironclad.
