The Internal Enemy: Slavery and War in Virginia, 1772-1832 by Alan Taylor
"The Internal Enemy: Slavery and War in Virginia, 1772-1832" examines the impact of slavery and war on Virginia from the late 18th to early 19th century. It highlights the role of slaves who sought freedom by allying with British forces during the War of 1812, causing a significant internal threat to the slaveholding society. The book also explores the aftermath of these events, including the tightening of slave laws and the increasing fear of slave rebellions.
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- Pulitzer Prize for History (Pulitzer Prize)