A group of "contrabands" (ex-slaves) in Cumberland Landing, Virginia.
About 22 women, children and men.
May 14, 1862. Photographer: James F. Gibson. Details from photo are below.

Image courtesy of Library of Congress.
Modifications © Jone Lewis 2001.

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Topics: ex-slaves, freedom, Civil War, African Americans, women, photograph, children

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