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SUMMARY:USCT Exhibit: With Valor and Honor
DESCRIPTION:“With Valor and Honor:\nTalbot County’s United States Colored Troops During the Civil War” \nThe exhibit With Valor and Honor tells the powerful story of the United States Colored Troops (USCT) from Talbot County\, Maryland\, who served in the Civil War following the Emancipation Proclamation of January 1\, 1863. This historic order allowed both free and enslaved Black men to join the Union Army and Navy. Enslaved men were manumitted by their owners for a $300 federal fee to serve as USCT soldiers.\nOf the 180\,000 Black men who served\, 8\,718 were from Maryland—and over 600 were from Talbot County alone. Their enlistment was significantly influenced by Frederick Douglass\, a fugitive slave from Talbot County\, who successfully advocated for Black participation in the war. These men fought with extraordinary courage\, often engaging in battles against Confederate forces that included former enslavers. Their service was not only a fight for the Union but also a battle for freedom—for themselves and future generations. Following the war\, many of these veterans helped shape a new future by acquiring land\, founding Black communities\, churches\, and schools. Some had previously lived in Talbot County’s historic free Black neighborhood\, “The Hill\,” and had glimpses of freedom before the war. The most celebrated post-war community was Unionville\, founded by 18 USCT veterans from Talbot County\, symbolizing their commitment to securing civil rights and equality. \n\nWith Valor and Honor honors their sacrifices and contributions\, bringing long-overdue recognition to the local men whose courage and perseverance helped reshape American history. \n\nThe exhibit and the broader project were made possible through collaboration with a wide range of community members and organizations\, including the descendants of Talbot’s USCT veterans and the historic African American village of Unionville\, one of many towns founded by formerly enslaved soldiers. Veteran support organizations such as American Legion Post 77\, and the 3rd Regiment USCT Re-enactors of Philadelphia also played key roles in its development. We want to thank VFW Post 5118\, Maryland 250 Commission and Delmarva Power Exelon for their critical financial support. The Historical Society also expresses deep gratitude to Dr. Clara Small\, one of Maryland’s foremost scholars on African American history\, for her guidance and insight. \n\n“With Valor and Honor” is now open to the public Wednesday through Saturday from 10am-3pm. The museum is located at 25 S. Washington Street\, Easton\, Maryland. All are invited to visit and learn more about this proud\, powerful and often overlooked chapter of American history. Please call 410-822-0773 for additional information.
URL:https://talbothistory.org/event/usct-exhibit-with-valor-and-honor-35/
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SUMMARY:Frederick Douglass Speaks on Emancipation & Reconstruction
DESCRIPTION:Frederick Douglass Speaks on Emancipation & Reconstruction\nWednesday\, August 27\, 2025 @ 1:00pm \nJoin Historian\, Nathan M. Richardson\, for an amazing first person interpretation of Frederick Douglass. See the Emancipation Proclamation and Reconstruction through the eyes of Frederick Douglass. Learn about the influence Douglass had on the three presidents of the period; Lincoln\, Johnson and Grant. Learn about the three Freedom documents that ended slavery after the Civil War. Hear Douglass’ 1875 speech “Oration on the Memory of Abraham Lincoln. Bring your questions for Mr. Douglass about his memory of Talbot County.\nThis is presented by the Talbot Historical Society in partnership with the Talbot County Free Library and will take place at the library located at 100 W. Dover St.\, Easton\, MD 21601.\nThe lecture will be presented on August 27th at 1pm.\nThe lecture is free to the public\, but reservations are requested.\nIf you have any questions or would like to make a reservation:\n 410-822-0773 or email kaylaw@talbothistory.org\nTalbot Historical Society office/research/exhibit hours are:\nWednesday through Saturday 10am-3pm
URL:https://talbothistory.org/event/frederick-douglass-speaks-on-emancipation-reconstruction/
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