African Americans Collection (#9)

Union work-detail preparing to install mortars near Petersburg, Virginia
867768 Union work-detail preparing to install mortars near Petersburg, Virginia, summer 1864 (b/w photo) by American Photographer

The Soldiers Camp Companion, c. 1861-1865 (litho)
696096 The Soldiers Camp Companion, c.1861-1865 (litho) by American School, (19th century); 45.5x30.5 cm; Gilder Lehrman Collection, New York

Broadside regarding recruitment of African Americans and celebrating emancipation in
696014 Broadside regarding recruitment of African Americans and celebrating emancipation in Maryland, Ringwalt & Brown (fl.1863-1865), c.1 November 1864 (colour litho) (see also GLC 696015)

Marriage of a Coloured Soldier at Vicksburg by Chaplain Warren of the Freedmen
2652846 Marriage of a Coloured Soldier at Vicksburg by Chaplain Warren of the Freedmens Bureau, pub. 1866 (engraving) by Waud

Winter Scene in Brooklyn, c. 1817 (oil on canvas)
MNY87940 Winter Scene in Brooklyn, c.1817 (oil on canvas) by Coleman, Louisa Ann (1833-84); Museum of the City of New York

Arkansas street scene, 1903 (gelatin silver photo)
3697859 Arkansas street scene, 1903 (gelatin silver photo) by Beals, Jessie Tarbox (1871-1942); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

The Wedding Scene, c. 1860 (hand-coloured half-plate tintype)
868307 The Wedding Scene, c.1860 (hand-coloured half-plate tintype) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wilson)

Evangelistic Committee, Mrs. Williams, 136 W. 99th Street, Miss Broad Teaches
1078723 Evangelistic Committee, Mrs. Williams, 136 W. 99th Street, Miss Broad Teaches, 1916 (b/w photo) by Hassler, William Davis (1877-1921); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Evangelist Committee lesson at Mrs. Bostick s, 72 West 99th Street, Mr
1078700 Evangelist Committee lesson at Mrs. Bostick s, 72 West 99th Street, Mr. Rockwood teaching group of young African American men and boys

Colonization Society Certificate for Simeon P. Smith, 1837 (engraving)
1079064 Colonization Society Certificate for Simeon P. Smith, 1837 (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Sunday Morning, ca. 1877. Creator: Thomas Waterman Wood
Sunday Morning, ca. 1877

A Dog Swap, 1881. Creator: Richard Norris Brooke
A Dog Swap, 1881

Cotton farmer
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1930s: African-American farmer standing in cart filled with cotton drawn by mules, Louisiana. (Photo by H. Armstrong Roberts/Retrofile/Getty Images)

A Pastoral Visit, 1881. Creator: Richard Norris Brooke
A Pastoral Visit, 1881

Nearing the Issue at the Cockpit, 1879. Creator: Horace Bonham
Nearing the Issue at the Cockpit, 1879

Election Scene, Catonsville, Baltimore County, c. 1860. Creator: Alfred Jacob Miller
Election Scene, Catonsville, Baltimore County, c. 1860

Camp of Captain Hoff, Rear View, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, July 1865

Haircutting in Front of General Store and Post Office on Marcella Plantation, Mileston, Mississippi, 1939

Railroad Wipers, Late 1850s. Creator: Unknown
Railroad Wipers, Late 1850s

Ordnance Wharf, City Point, Virginia, 1865. Creator: Thomas C. Roche
Ordnance Wharf, City Point, Virginia, 1865

12 O clock in the Deadening, ca. 1891. Creator: John Horgan
12 O clock in the Deadening, ca. 1891. (Jas Richardsons Walnut Grove Plantation, Mississippi Valley Route)

Interracial Group Holding A Bible

Five Teenagers With T-Shirts Spelling Jesus

Railway Station Virginia USA Railroad Public
A railway station in Virginia, USA in the 19th century. From America Revisited: From The Bay of New York to The Gulf of Mexico, published 1886

Bolivian Plant In Late Afternoon Light

Hands On A Globe

Hands Touching A Globe

A Young Woman Reading Her Bible

Hands Holding A Bible

Interracial Hands Holding A Bible

Man Passing Bible To Woman

Couple Reading The Bible

Mother And Daughter Praying

Businessman Holding Out A Cross

Boy Wearing Over Sized Hat Sideways

Boy Wearing Over Sized Hat Riding Bike

Little Girl Holding Weeds

Babys Hand Holding On To Adult Hand

Pioneer Infantry Battalion on the troop ship U. S. S. Philippine from Brest harbor
XOS909412 Pioneer Infantry Battalion on the troop ship U.S.S. Philippine from Brest harbor, France, July 18, 1919 (b/w photo) by American Photographer

Board of directors of the Coleman Manufacturing Company, Concord, North Carolina, c
XOS746395 Board of directors of the Coleman Manufacturing Company, Concord, North Carolina, c.1899 (b/w photo) by American Photographer

A Southern baptism, African Americans, Spiritual life, Waterfronts, Baptisms, United States, South Carolina, Aiken, 1900

Watermelon Jake, African Americans, Children, Children eating & drinking, Watermelons, 1900

The unruly calf, Homer, Winslow, 1836-1910, African Americans, Children, Children & animals, Cattle, 1900

Old cabin at Turkey Creek, Log cabins, African Americans, Rivers, United States, Florida, Turkey Creek, 1880

The Melon-cholic days have come, the gladdest of the year, African Americans, Watermelons, 1906

Six little pickaninnies, Jackson, William Henry, 1843-1942, African Americans
" Six little pickaninnies", Jackson, William Henry, 1843-1942, African Americans, Children, United States, Florida, Saint Augustine, 1880

Alligator Joe, and His Pets, Palm Beach, Fla. Postcard. 1904, Alligator Joe, and His Pets, Palm Beach, Fla. Postcard

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"African-Americans: Triumphs, Struggles, and Resilience Captured in History" African-American Marines at the Battle of Peleliu, 15th September 1944 (b/w photo): In a display of unwavering courage and determination, African-American Marines fought valiantly alongside their comrades during World War II's Battle of Peleliu. Their contributions to this historic battle remain an inspiring testament to their bravery. The fatal shooting of Harlem resident James Powell by NYPD Lieutenant Gilligan stirred Negro rioters to race through Harlem streets carrying pictures of Lt. Gilligan, New York, 1964 (b/w photo): This powerful image captures the deep-rooted frustration and anger felt by African-Americans in response to racial injustice during the Civil Rights Movement era. It serves as a stark reminder that systemic racism has long plagued our society. These captivating black-and-white photographs (3673630) (3673592) (3673561) (3673383) (3673558) (3673540) (3673518) (3673479) (3673435) and ( 36-73429 ) provide glimpses into various aspects of African-American history - from moments of joyous celebration to instances highlighting social unrest and inequality. Through these images, we witness both the triumphs achieved against all odds and the struggles endured by African-Americans throughout history. They serve as visual reminders that progress often comes at a great cost but is worth fighting for. From the courageous African-American Marines who defied stereotypes on foreign battlegrounds to ordinary citizens like James Powell whose lives were tragically cut short due to racial violence - these photos encapsulate stories that must never be forgotten or ignored. As we reflect upon these historical snapshots, let us honor the resilience displayed by generations past while acknowledging that there is still work ahead towards achieving true equality and justice for all.