Combee by Edda L. Fields-Black
Harriet Tubman, the Combahee River Raid, and Black Freedom During the Civil War
"Combee" by Edda L. Fields-Black delves into the remarkable Combahee River Raid led by Harriet Tubman during the Civil War. This narrative uncovers Tubman's role as a Union Army operative, where she orchestrated a daring mission into Confederate territory. With a team of spies and scouts, Tubman guided two regiments of Black soldiers up the Combahee River, resulting in the liberation of 730 enslaved individuals and the destruction of several plantations. The book highlights the bravery of those who joined the Second South Carolina Volunteers and the cultural legacy of the Gullah Geechee community that emerged from these events.
The 17008th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2024
- Nationality
- Unknown
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-250
- Original Language
- English
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