The seminar aims to shed light on the efforts of African Americans throughout the Civil War, highlighting their courage and determination in the fight for freedom. It will also explore the significant contribution of the USCTs from Franklin County, Virginia, to the war effort.
Further, the event will also offer insights into the role of the Freedmen’s Bureau in central Virginia during this period. The bureau, established by Congress in 1865, was designed to assist freed slaves in their transition to freedom, providing food, housing, education, and legal assistance.
The seminar is part of the NPS’s commitment to educating the public about the diverse history of the United States. It offers an opportunity for attendees to gain a deeper understanding of the African American experience during the Civil War era.
For more information about the event, interested individuals can visit the NPS website.