Army Life in a Black Regiment

Thomas Wentworth Higginson’s ‘Army Life in a Black Regiment’ offers a rare firsthand account of his command of the 1st South Carolina Volunteer Infantry, one of the first African American regiments formed during the Civil War. The book details the challenges of training and leading Black troops, confronting prejudice, and witnessing their bravery in battle. Higginson’s memoir is a powerful exploration of race, duty, and the evolving understanding of freedom during a pivotal moment in American history. Ideal for listeners interested in Civil War history, African American studies, and personal accounts of wartime leadership.