Despite their shortcomings, "radical" politicians, including African Americans, made worthy contributions to the state of Florida during the era of Reconstruction. Joe Richardson disputes many of the misconceptions about the state's debt and corruption by exploring how some African American politicians were quite capable and learned their duties quickly. Even more remarkable was the rapidity with which the unlettered ex-slaves absorbed education and adjusted to their status as free men. African Americans in the Reconstruction of Florida delves into the problems encountered by the freed men and traces their successes and failures during the first decade after emancipation.
- ISBN13 9780817355241
- Publish Date 15 July 2008
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country US
- Imprint The University of Alabama Press
- Format Paperback
- Pages 272
- Language English