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Book Talk and Signing with Jill Newmark: "The Courageous Lives of Black Surgeons"

  • Date: 11/18/2023 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM  
  • Location: Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim
    3610 Blenheim Blvd.
    Fairfax, Virginia 22030
  • Introduction: Jill Newmark will discuss the findings she uncovered about a select group of black surgeons who served with the Federal Army.

Jill L. Newmark’s outstanding research uncovers stories hidden for more than 150 years, illuminating the unique experiences of proud, patriotic men who fought racism and discrimination to attend medical school and serve with the U.S. military. Their efforts and actions influenced societal change and forged new pathways for African Americans.

Free.   Her book, "Without Concealment, Without Compromise: The Courageous Lives of Black Civil War Surgeons," will be available fosale and signing.

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