Men of Color, To Arms!

About the Book

"Forward! Double-Quick!" and away we all rushed toward the fort... capturing two brass field pieces, one of which the rebels left loaded." A true account of Vermont men of color in battle during the Civil War. A barely known fact is that the tiny state of Vermont provided over one hundred and fifty African American soldiers to fight for the Union and by doing so, free millions of their own race. This is their story. Derived from historical archives and through their own words, discover the soldiers who answered the call, "Men of Color, To Arms!"

About the Author

James Fuller has published many articles on Vermont history, as well as many other topics for local, state and national publications. He is a school-based municipal police officer who works closely with youth issues. He is married with four children and resides in South Burlington, Vermont.