Frank Leslie's 8/30/1862 Battle of Slaughter Mnt / famous early Black Regiment

Description: Frank Leslie's Illustrated Original and Complete Cover: Gen. Robert M'Cook Wayland and Murdered by Rebel Guerillas, while sick and wounded in his ambulance Centerfold: The War in Western Virginia-Battle of Slaughter Mountain Union Army led by Gen. Banks and the Rebel Army led by Gen. Jackson, Ewell etc Whole Page: "First and Last" Dress Review of the 1st Regiment South Carolinian (Negro) volunteers on Hilton Island S.C. * Whole Page: "New Croton Reservoir, Central Park, NY" Condition: good, normal aging (see pictures) will combine shipping if multiple items are purchased The 1st South Carolina Volunteers (Union), also known as the 1st South Carolina (Negro) Volunteers, was one of the first African American regiments organized during the American Civil War. It played a crucial role in the early stages of the Union's efforts to enlist and utilize African American soldiers.Here are some key points about the 1st South Carolina Volunteers:Formation and Background:The 1st South Carolina Volunteers was officially organized in the Port Royal area of South Carolina in 1862.It was initially composed of escaped slaves, many of whom had sought refuge with Union forces on the South Carolina Sea Islands.Leadership:The regiment's first commander was Union Colonel Thomas W. Higginson, who was a prominent abolitionist and writer.Higginson was instrumental in training and organizing the regiment and was deeply committed to the cause of African American freedom and military service.Service:The 1st South Carolina Volunteers was primarily engaged in garrison duty and performed various support roles such as guarding strategic locations and supply depots.They also played an essential role in working on engineering and construction projects, including fortifications and roads.Recognition:The soldiers of the 1st South Carolina Volunteers demonstrated their courage and competence in their various roles. Their service helped challenge the prevailing notion that African Americans were unfit for military duty.The regiment's dedication and performance contributed to the broader acceptance of African American troops in the Union Army.Legacy:The success of the 1st South Carolina Volunteers and similar regiments in the Union Army eventually led to the authorization of the United States Colored Troops (USCT) in 1863. The USCT regiments played a significant role in the latter stages of the Civil War.The service of African American troops during the Civil War was a critical step toward the eventual abolition of slavery and the recognition of the fundamental rights of all citizens.The 1st South Carolina Volunteers (Union) was a pioneering regiment, and its formation marked a significant milestone in the use of African American soldiers in the Union Army during the Civil War. Their service helped challenge racial prejudices of the time and contributed to the eventual victory of the Union forces and the end of slavery in the United States.

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