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Out of the Briars: An Autobiography and Sketch of the Twenty-Ninth Regiment Connecticut Volunteers

1910

A. H. Newton

Out of the Briars: An Autobiography and Sketch of the Twenty-Ninth Regiment Connecticut Volunteers

Out of the Briars: An Autobiography and Sketch of the Twenty-Ninth Regiment Connecticut Volunteers

A. H. Newton

1910

Biographies, History - American, History - Modern (1750+), Religion/Spirituality

Out of the Briars is an autobiography by A. H. Newton, first published in 1910, detailing his life as a free African American and his experiences as a soldier in the Civil War. The narrative reflects on his childhood in North Carolina, the challenges faced by African Americans during and after the war, and his commitment to advocating for civil rights. Newton's work serves as an important historical document, highlighting the contributions of African American soldiers and the broader struggles for liberation and equality.

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A. H. Newton
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American Civil War soldier whose autobiography reveals the personal struggles of military life.

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