The Civil War

African American Heroines of the Civil War

C.R. Gibbs talked about the achievements of several African American women of the Civil War period, focusing on individuals he says have bee… read more

C.R. Gibbs talked about the achievements of several African American women of the Civil War period, focusing on individuals he says have been overlooked. Mr. Gibbs told the stories of black women who worked as nurses, soldiers, and spies for the Union Army, as well as women who were abolitionists or leaders on the Underground Railroad. close

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African American Heroines of the Civil War

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Program ID:
425968-2
Category:
Public Affairs Event
Format:
Speech
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
First Aired:
May 13, 2017 | 5:59pm EDT | C-SPAN 3
Last Aired:
May 21, 2017 | 9:25am EDT | C-SPAN 3

Airing Details

  • May 13, 2017 | 5:59pm EDT | C-SPAN 3
  • May 21, 2017 | 9:25am EDT | C-SPAN 3
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