African-Americans in the war
- Contraband
Slaves: Slaves within Union lines whose legal status was
uncertain were known as
"Contraband Slaves." Search Key: contraband slaves
- Slaves
and the Law: Articles ranging from the kidnapping of
slaves to their status under the Constitution, and their use by the Federal
Army as laborers. Search Key: slaves law
- Mistreatment
and Murder of Slaves: Slaves were brutally treated on many
occasions, not only under the Confederate states, but also under the occupation.
Search Key: negro murder
- Employment
of African-Americans: As the war progressed the use of slave
labor decreased and the employment of African Americans was recorded.
Search
Key: negro employment