About the Book
This book shines light on the realities of slave life, freedmen, nationally acclaimed artists and civil rights leaders, revealing three hundred years of untold contributions to our American Heritage. A 248-page book, written by Deborah Lee with the keen insight of 46 historians and academicians, it includes 15 easy-to-use maps, fascinating profiles, and archival images depicting many of the indelible contributions made by African Americans who-through courage, creativity and conviction-helped shape our nation.
