St. John’s Press has reprinted William A. Doback’s “Freedom by the Sword: The U.S. Colored Troops 1862-1867.

As a part of the “Army Historical Series” “Freedom by the Sword” tells the story of the Colored Troops (as they were called) recruitment, organization, and service. The broad focus is on every theater of the Civil War and its concentration on what black soldiers actually contributed to Union victory. Tells what they actually did as soldiers during the war. Examines the Colored Troops’ formation, training, and operations during the entire span of their service, and in every theater of the war in which they served. Underscores the unique nature of their contributions both to Union victory and to their own liberation.

Fascinating, informative, wrapped up in a great cover.

ISBN-13: 978-1944961138
ISBN-10: 1944961135

Amazon $18.99 paperback