Black Issues Forum  NC's First Black Legislator

Learn about North Carolina's first black senator, ex- slave Abraham Galloway. Details

 

Program: Black Issues Forum

Episode: NC's First Black Legislator

The book "Freedom by Fire" North Carolina author Dr. David Cecelski tells the story of Abraham Galloway, a slave who escaped Eastern North Carolina to freedom, served as a spy for the Union Army, and went on to be elected Senator twice. Cecelski gives detailed accounts from the book.

Duration: (26:48)
Premiere Date: 11/25/2012
Episode Expires: Never
TV Rating: NR
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