From The Virginia Plantation To The National Capitol

From The Virginia Plantation To The National Capitol: Or The First And Only Negro Representative In Congress From The Old Dominion (1894) is a historical book written by John Mercer Langston. The book tells the story of his life, starting from his birth on a Virginia plantation to his election as the first African-American representative in Congress from the state of Virginia.Langston's journey is a fascinating one, as he overcomes many obstacles and challenges in his pursuit of education and political equality. He recounts his experiences as a slave, his escape to freedom, and his education at Oberlin College in Ohio. Langston also describes his work as an attorney, his involvement in the Republican Party, and his eventual election to Congress in 1888.Throughout the book, Langston provides insights into the political and social climate of the late 19th century, including the Reconstruction era and the struggle for civil rights. He also discusses the challenges faced by African-Americans in the South, including voter suppression and violence.Overall, From The Virginia Plantation To The National Capitol is an important historical account of the life and achievements of John Mercer Langston. It sheds light on the struggles and triumphs of African-Americans during a pivotal time in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.