Evidence of the early history of African Americans in New England is found in the many old cemeteries and burial grounds in the region; often in hidden or largely forgotten locations. This unique work covers the burial sites of African Americans--both enslaved and free--in each of the New England states; and uncovers how they came to their final resting places. The lives of well known early African Americans are discussed; including Venture Smith and Elizabeth Freeman; as well as the lives of many ordinary individuals--military veterans; business men and women; common laborers and children. The author's examination of burial sites and grave markers reveals clues that help document the lives of black New Englanders from the 1640s to the early 1900s.
#1303811 in Books McFarland 2010-08-27Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.90 x .60 x 6.90l; .88 #File Name: 0786461144197 pages
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Review of "The Women Will Howl"By Doris EngishMary Petite presented some fascinating and little known facts about the Civil War and the Battle for Atlanta. She revealed the heartless method Sherman had of dealing with the South and his excuse was that he did what he had to do to end the war. It begs the question; does the end justify the means and would the harsh and uncalled for treatment of women and children as presented in "The Women Will Howl" really shorten the war. While Ms Petite did a good job with the writing and her research; I was somewhat disappointed that the book was not longer and felt that it was quite pricey for the information received; but I did enjoy the book.Savannah to Sweetwater: the Long Journey Home0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. History Forgotten!By Julia AndersonGreat book! Roswell is my hometown; little did I know about some of its history.1 of 2 people found the following review helpful. GrippingBy David M. SmithweckI was born in Marietta; Georgia but had no idea that Roswell had such an important history. This account of Sherman's true nature and his attitude toward the South is again revealed in this gripping story of the Northern invasion through Georgia.The photographs are truly remarkable and the events that took place are detailed through excellent narriative.Mary Deborah Petite has captured the emotional history of this wonderful town and its people.
