Days of Jubilee: The Process of Emancipation and Union Victory - Class 18

Explore a compelling lecture from Yale University's DeVane Lecture Series examining the complex process of emancipation and Union victory during the American Civil War. Delve into Professor David Blight's analysis of how racial slavery shaped American institutions and continues to influence modern society. Learn about the pivotal moments in American history that challenged the foundations of democracy, human rights, and constitutional governance. Examine the specific connections between slavery and Yale University, while understanding the lasting political, constitutional, racial, and economic legacies of the Civil War era. Gain insights into how these historical events continue to shape American society and raise important questions about maintaining a pluralistic, democratic, multi-ethnic nation governed by the rule of law.