Memoir Of William A. Jackson (1862)

Memoir of William A. Jackson is a historical book that chronicles the life of William A. Jackson, an African American man who was born into slavery in Virginia in the early 19th century. The book is written by Albany Bar, a white lawyer who was a friend and advocate of Jackson.The memoir begins with Jackson's early life as a slave and his eventual escape to freedom in the North. It details his involvement in the abolitionist movement and his work as a spy for the Union Army during the Civil War.Throughout the book, Jackson's experiences shed light on the harsh realities of slavery and racism in America. The memoir also provides insight into the political and social climate of the time, including the tensions between the North and South leading up to the Civil War.The book is written in a straightforward and factual style, with occasional quotes from Jackson and other historical figures. It serves as a valuable historical document and tribute to Jackson's remarkable life and legacy.Also Contains A Memoir Of Richard Marvin Strong.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.