CSPAN3 Discussion On Freed Blacks April 26, 2015
Presentation about how the concept of fleeing slaves coming into union lines came to be known as contraband of war. She is now a member of our historians advisory committee. Shes helping us create the exhibits for the new Civil War Museum. This is cassandras first time to address an American Civil War museum audience. And we are very pleased to have her with us. Ladies and gentlemen, dr. Cassandra newbyalexander. [ applause ] good morning. As we commemorate the person of the year 1865 i offer my nomination for your consideration as the person who has done more to define that year than anyone e...