This book offers a detailed account of the Ninth and Tenth Regiments Rhode Island Volunteers and the Tenth Rhode Island Battery during the American Civil War. Drawing on firsthand accounts and official records, Spicer chronicles their service in key battles and campaigns, including the Battle of Fredericksburg and the Siege of Petersburg. The book also provides a broader perspective on the experiences of African American soldiers and the challenges they faced during the conflict.

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