Excerpt from Proceedings of the First State Convention of the Colored Citizens of the State of California: Held at Sacramento Nov 20th 21st, and 22d, in the Colored Methodist Church
Johnson, J. J. Moore, M. W. Gibbs, William H. Yates, Jacob Francis, Peter Anderson, William II. Harper, 18.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into a pivotal moment in American history, examining the struggle for equality faced by Black Americans in California during the mid-19th century. The author meticulously reconstructs the 1855 Sacramento Convention, a gathering of Black delegates from across the state, united by their shared desire to challenge discriminatory laws that denied them fundamental rights. The convention's primary focus was the repeal of a law that barred Black people from testifying in court against white individuals. The delegates debated the injustice of this law, arguing that it not only stripped them of their basic rights but also undermined the very fabric of justice. They passionately articulated their desire for recognition as equal citizens, and their hope for a future where they could participate fully in society. The book explores the multifaceted nature of this fight for equality, encompassing legal, social, and economic dimensions. The author meticulously reveals the delegates' deep understanding of their own collective strength and their determination to shape their own destinies, despite the societal barriers they faced. Ultimately, this book offers a powerful glimpse into the resilience, intellect, and unwavering pursuit of justice that defined this group of Black Californians, demonstrating the crucial role they played in shaping the state's early history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781332064663_0
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