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The Massachusetts 54th African American Soldiers of the Union
One of the issues that led to the Civil War was the North's and the South's disagreement about slavery. At the beginning of the war, African Americans were not allowed to fight for their own freedom. In January 1863, the U.S. government began to allow African Americans to join the Union Army. Thousands signed up to fight for their freedom and to prove their courage.
The 54th Massachusetts regiment was organized in March 1863 by Robert Gould Shaw, a 26 year old member of a prominent Boston abolitionist family. The 54th remained active until 1865. Today, the 54th remains the most famous African American regiment of the Civil War, due largely to the popularity of the movie Glory.
Author Gina DeAngelis. Reading Level ages 9-12, Paperback, 6 3/4 x 9 inches, 48 pages.
The 54th Massachusetts regiment was organized in March 1863 by Robert Gould Shaw, a 26 year old member of a prominent Boston abolitionist family. The 54th remained active until 1865. Today, the 54th remains the most famous African American regiment of the Civil War, due largely to the popularity of the movie Glory.
Author Gina DeAngelis. Reading Level ages 9-12, Paperback, 6 3/4 x 9 inches, 48 pages.
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