by University Press of Florida, The Black Seminoles: History of a Freedom-Seeking People. This book has proven to be an inspiring and an in depth account of the Black Seminole Indians as well as many of the Buffalo Soldiers who gave of themselves and their lives to pave a road for so many in the military today. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. Our men of today should read this book. University Press of Florida; Reprint Edition (May 21, 2013), Thoroughgoing, Comprehensive and Rich with Detail, Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2008. No exercise in political correctness, this is a detailed, factual account of a remarkable people’s struggle for survival over multiple generations and in the face of calamitous challenges. Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. “A powerful and stirring story.”—San Antonio Express-News, “An epic tale of desperate, unwitting fugitives who would—without exaggeration—defeat armed forces both white and Indian, make possible settlement of the West, earn the country’s highest military honors, and have nothing to show for it.”—Miami Herald, “This fascinating story chronicles the lives of fugitive slaves who aligned themselves with Seminole Indians in Florida beginning in the early 1800s, fought with them in the Second Seminole War, and were removed, along with them to Indian Territory, where they struggled to remain free. Unable to add item to List. . John Horse died in Mexico after pleading with the government in Mexico City for the land that was promised them. An incredible history told via the story if one man: John Horse. To see what your friends thought of this book. Spoiler Alert: this story does not have a happy ending. . After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. The Black Seminoles - History of a Freedom Seeking People, Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2011. She was located and returned by the gov't. . Occassionally reads like a list of various skirmishes as the Black Seminoles fought against and then with the US army, Best Books on African American Studies (nonfiction). Loved it. Welcome back. Reviewed in the United States on November 2, 2018, Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2018, good product sale services; and properly valued, Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2018. Nevertheless, this has to be one of the most incredible stories in US history and deserves to be more well known. A People's History of Florida 1513-1876: How Africans, Seminoles, Women, and Lower Class Whites … . This is a story that has long needed to be told, written in a thought-provoking and sympathetic manner." David Heska Wanbli Weiden knew just what he’d be doing as the August launch of his debut novel, Winter Counts, was approaching. [and] a vibrant and exciting history of John Horse and his followers. Refresh and try again. to her parents but if I recall correctly she was kidnapped again and remained. Looking for TX and Mexico connection to Florida Seminoles. Although they won numerous awards, including several Medals of Honor, they were mistreated by the American government, denied the land they were promised, brutalized by the locals Texans, and eventually lived in extreme poverty at starvation level. From the birth of John Horse in Florida until 56 years after his death in Mexico, this is the little-known story of the African people who resisted the brutal slavery of the American Sout. Loved it. To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. A gripping account of a people’s struggle both for identity and freedom.”—Naples Daily News, “This book’s sweep is broad, its story is provocative, and the human saga it evokes is compelling. Originally published in 1996, his book remains the definitive work on the subject. When he died in 1981, he was still editing the 700 pages of his life’s work. There are no discussion topics on this book yet. . The research was very informative. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. Their story caries them through the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Seminole Wars (the longest guerilla war in Ameri. Their reputation as trackers and fighters was so admired they were later recruited by the American army to return to the United States and enlist as scouts for the army units stationed along the Mexican border. Start by marking “The Black Seminoles: History of a Freedom-Seeking People” as Want to Read: Error rating book. It is not for those who have difficulty facing some of the true incidents from the bad side of America. There was a problem loading your book clubs. I had known of him and his role in the Second Seminole War, especially after the death of Osceola, but this book expands and deepens my understanding of the people who first ran cattle on the land my mother's ancestors took over and in turn ran cattle on for nearly a century.
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