Author |
Miller, Kelly, 1863-1939 |
Title |
Kelly Miller's History of the World War for Human Rights
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Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Graeme Mackreth, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
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Summary |
"Kelly Miller's History of the World War for Human Rights" by Kelly Miller is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work provides a detailed exploration of World War I with a particular focus on the contributions of Black soldiers in the conflict and the broader implications for human rights and democracy. The book aims to highlight the pivotal roles played by African American troops and the significance of their service in the context of fighting against autocracy and for freedom. The opening of the book sets the tone for an extensive examination of the war and its impact, discussing the far-reaching changes it wrought on civilization. It introduces the main theme of the Negro's involvement in the war, particularly asserting their loyalty and bravery throughout the conflict. Miller plans to present a logical and passionate analysis of the Black contribution to the war, suggesting that their actions during this pivotal historical moment would influence future discussions surrounding civil rights and citizenship in America. By outlining the historical context and highlighting the valor of Black soldiers, the text immediately frames the significance of their contributions against the backdrop of a global struggle for democracy and human rights. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)
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Subject |
World War, 1914-1918
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Subject |
World War, 1914-1918 -- African Americans
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
19179 |
Release Date |
Sep 4, 2006 |
Most Recently Updated |
Jan 1, 2021 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads |
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