All Flashcards
Who was Charles Remond Douglass?
Son of Frederick Douglass, he served in the 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment, symbolizing Black soldiers' bravery.
Who was Paul Laurence Dunbar?
An African American poet who wrote 'The Colored Soldiers,' celebrating the bravery of Black soldiers in the Civil War.
What was the significance of Black men serving in the Union Army?
It was a powerful assertion of citizenship and a direct contribution to ending slavery.
What was the impact of anti-Black violence in the North during the Civil War?
It revealed deep-seated racial tensions and resentment over Black military service and citizenship.
What was the effect of the Union Army facing shortages?
It led to the acceptance of Black men into the Union Army, who were initially barred from enlisting.
What was the impact of the Civil War on enslaved people?
It provided an opportunity to escape to freedom and fight for the Union, accelerating the end of slavery.
What roles did Black women play during the Civil War?
They worked as cooks, nurses, laundresses, and spies, providing crucial support to the Union war effort.
What was the impact of Black soldiers' service on racial stereotypes?
Their bravery and contributions challenged racial stereotypes and demonstrated their capabilities as soldiers and citizens.
What was the significance of the documentation of Black soldiers' experiences?
It preserved their bravery and sacrifice, ensuring their contributions were not forgotten and challenging historical narratives.
What was the impact of the Emancipation Proclamation on Black enlistment?
It encouraged more Black men to enlist in the Union Army, as it signaled the war's focus on ending slavery.
What was the effect of Black soldiers receiving lower pay than white soldiers?
It highlighted the discriminatory treatment faced by Black soldiers, despite their contributions to the Union war effort.
What was the impact of the Union victory in the Civil War on African Americans?
It led to the abolition of slavery and the promise of citizenship, although the fight for equality continued.
What was the Civil War?
A pivotal conflict fought over states' rights and slavery, becoming a fight for Black freedom and citizenship.
Define 'Union' in the Civil War context.
The United States of America, fighting to preserve the nation and eventually abolish slavery.
What does 're-enslavement' mean?
The act of returning a formerly enslaved person back into slavery, a risk faced by Black Union soldiers.
Define 'abolitionist movement'.
A social and political effort to end slavery, prominent before and during the Civil War.
What is meant by 'racial stereotypes'?
Oversimplified and often negative beliefs about individuals based on their race.
What is meant by 'Black citizenship'?
The concept of African Americans having the same rights, privileges, and responsibilities as other citizens.
Define 'discrimination'.
Unfair treatment based on prejudice, especially regarding race, age, or sex.
What is the significance of 'legacy'?
Something transmitted by or received from an ancestor or predecessor or from the past.
Define 'agency' in a historical context.
The capacity of individuals to act independently and to make their own free choices.
Define 'commemoration'.
The act of honoring the memory of someone or something, often through a ceremony or monument.