Hampton, Virginia
Hampton, Virginia

Author: Colita Nichols Fairfax

Publisher: Arcadia Publishing

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 134

ISBN-13: 9780738518107

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From the Civil War period, Hampton's African-American community has fashioned strong churches, institutions, businesses, and a major university where political and economic leaders have emerged. The indefatigable spirit of a people once called "contraband" has a remarkable story illustrated by vintage photographs of Emancipation Oak, Freedom Fortress, Aberdeen Gardens, Little England Chapel, Bayshore Beach, and other historic sites.

An African American History of the Civil War in Hampton Roads
An African American History of the Civil War in Hampton Roads

Author: Cassandra Newby-Alexander

Publisher: American Heritage

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781609490775

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Through a fascinating narrative and stunning vintage photographs, readers will discover the struggles and triumphs of the African Americans of Hampton Roads. It was in Hampton Roads, Virginia, that hundreds gained their freedom. The teeming wharves were once a major station on the Underground Railroad, and during the Civil War, escaped slaves such as Shepard Mallory, Frank Baker and James Townsend fled to Fort Monroe to become contrabands under the protection of General Benjamin Butler. Upon arrival in the region, many took up arms for the Union, and the valiant deeds of some placed them among the first African American Medal of Honor recipients. Join Professor Cassandra L. Newby-Alexander as she charts the history of this remarkable African American community from the Civil War to Reconstruction.

The Virginia Navy in the Revolution: Hampton’s Commodore James Barron and His Fleet
The Virginia Navy in the Revolution: Hampton’s Commodore James Barron and His Fleet

Author: James Tormey

Publisher: Arcadia Publishing

Published: 2016-07-04

Total Pages: 176

ISBN-13: 1625857950

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The Virginia Navy, led by Commodore James Barron, raised more than fifty vessels to aid the fight against the British Empire. The ships kept open vital trade passages to the West Indies that allowed for goods and supplies to reach American shores despite English blockades. Barron defended his birthplace at the Battle of Hampton, suffered near-destruction at the hands of Benedict Arnold and supported the French navy in the decisive victory at Yorktown. Author James Tormey reveals these stories and more in a maritime adventure through the history of the Virginia Navy in the Revolutionary era.

Freedom's First Generation
Freedom's First Generation

Author: Robert Francis Engs

Publisher: Reconstructing America

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 198

ISBN-13: 9780823223640

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In this age of affirmative action and increasing complexity in black-white relations, this pioneering study of Hampton, Virginia, tells the story of what race relations in postbellum America "might have been." Here, if only for a time, the promises of Emancipation and Reconstruction were fulfilled. Why was the American Dream realized by blacks in Hampton and not elsewhere? Engs follows a community of freedmen over a thirty-year period to answer this compelling question. "Engs deserves credit for the sophistication and scope of his study and for his attention to the subtle and paradoxical. The questions addressed, the logical scope of the book, the depth of research, and the author's crisp writing style contribute to making this book a major addition to the literature."-Journal of American History

Virginia Hospitality
Virginia Hospitality

Author:

Publisher: Favorite Recipes Press (FRP)

Published: 1975

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780961360016

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Experience a culinary tour of Virginia through the recipes in this classic cookbook. Warm hospitality is cherished and continued by today's Virginia hostesses. Includes illustrations of famous Virginia homes by regional artists. Inducted into the McIlhenny Hall of Fame, an award given for book sales that exceed 100,000 copies.

Twenty-Two Years' Work of the Hampton Normal and Agricultural Institute at Hampton, Virginia
Twenty-Two Years' Work of the Hampton Normal and Agricultural Institute at Hampton, Virginia

Author: Hampton Normal and Agricultural Institut

Publisher: Franklin Classics

Published: 2018-10-11

Total Pages: 550

ISBN-13: 9780342331598

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Author: Virginia. Adjutant General's Office

Publisher:

Published: 1920

Total Pages: 328

ISBN-13:

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