On the recordJanuary 1, 1881
The 54th was not long in the field before it proved itself gallant and strong, worthy to rank with the most courageous of its white companions in arms.
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Frederick Douglass
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gutenberg.orgFrederick Douglass: “The 54th was not long in the field before it proved itself gallant and strong, worthy to rank with the most courageous…”
Editor's note · Context
Douglass praises the 54th Massachusetts Regiment for quickly demonstrating its courage and strength in battle alongside white soldiers.
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