Mary S. Peake: The Colored Teacher at Fortress Monroe

Mary S. Peake: The Colored Teacher at Fortress Monroe, published in 1863 by Lewis C. Lockwood, is a biography of Mary S. Peake, an influential African American teacher during the Civil War. The book chronicles her efforts to educate freedmen at Fortress Monroe, Virginia, highlighting her commitment to uplifting the African American community through education and spiritual guidance. It details her background, her marriage to a former slave, and her significant role in establishing schools and religious services for the freedmen, ultimately portraying her legacy of resilience and dedication to justice and equality.