Flag Never Touched The Ground: America's Brave Black Regiment in Battle

During the US Civil War in 1863, the Union Army recruited a second all-black regiment, the 54th Massachusetts battalion, to attack Fort Wagner, despite heavy odds. The soldiers marched towards the guns, inspired by Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation and America's support.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 04 February 2021
Publisher: Pushkin Children's Books

The United States Civil War, which erupted in 1863, witnessed a significant turning point with the issuance of Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation, which liberated over 3.5 million African-American slaves. In response, the Union Army initiated the recruitment of a second all-black regiment of soldiers to join the ongoing battle against the Confederate South. As the conflict continued, the newly formed 54th Massachusetts battalion, consisting of brave and determined African-American soldiers, prepared to launch an attack on the seemingly impenetrable fortress of Fort Wagner. The odds were overwhelmingly stacked against them, as the fort had never been captured. However, the soldiers of the 54th Massachusetts were undeterred and marched forward, their spirits high, with the American nation closely observing their every move. As the bugle sounded, they bravely advanced towards the enemy lines, their flags proudly flying in the wind. Their unwavering determination and unwavering commitment to the cause inspired countless others, and their bravery in the face of adversity became a symbol of hope and resilience for the entire nation. The 54th Massachusetts battalion's attack on Fort Wagner was a pivotal moment in the Civil War, and their unwavering determination to overcome insurmountable odds served as a testament to the power of unity and the pursuit of equality.

Weight: 144g
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781782693055