ePub Negroes with Guns (African American Life Series) by Robert F. Williams in History

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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. The Untold Civil Rights StoryBy Robert RiversongThis in depth rendition of the Robert F. Williams saga supplemented the little "Radio Free Dixie" book that was written in the 1960s by Williams. Negroes With Guns is a much more complete story; which covers the broader context and finishes Williams' story through his exile to Mao's China; his return to the US and his ultimate death.I have been involved in most progressive movements since the Vietnam War; and had mentors from the early non-violent Civil Rights movement; but I was unaware of both the extent and the success of the armed black resistance movement that was contemporary with the better publicized SCLC/SNCC movement of MLK et al.Highly recommended.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Crucial ReadingBy Boukis MiliecusI would recommend this volume for the two essays that preface Robert Williams’s story; even if his forthright and compelling account were not so searingly spot on.“The first witness to speak always seems correct; until another shall question him;” says Proverbs; and the old book was never more right.Sensible whites will find this account difficult to read; but the sources of our discomfort we should not fear to illuminate; on race most especially; of all issues.The African Diaspora in these United States will (again; today) be appalled and saddened at how very far they have not come; Williams is worth their discomfort; too.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. A great read; I highly recommend Negroes with GunsBy Karen E. HempsteadRobert F. Williams shared the story of how people in his small town stood up against injustice and terrorism in the U.S. which was supported by government agencies and enacted by the KKK. His perspective highlights how some situations may necessitate engaging in self-defense versus turning the other cheek- that when faced with the threat of harm; people should have more options than that of simply being non-violent. Indeed; with some people; such as bullies; abusers; and war-mongers; respect is given when respect is earned. A great read; I highly recommend Negroes with Guns.