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James Lewis, 1887. Creator: Unknown.

James Lewis, 1887. African-American soldier and politician, born enslaved. His father was a white planter. Lewis worked on steamboats on the Mississippi, and in New Orleans he helped organize the First Louisiana Volunteer Native Guards, becoming a captain. From "Men of Mark: Eminent, Progressive and Rising" by William J. Simmons.
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James Lewis, 1887. Creator: Unknown.
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James Lewis, 1887. African-American soldier and politician, born enslaved. His father was a white planter. Lewis worked on steamboats on the Mississippi, and in New Orleans he helped organize the First Louisiana Volunteer Native Guards, becoming a captain. From "Men of Mark: Eminent, Progressive and Rising" by William J. Simmons.
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2796 x 3733 px | 29.9 MB
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23.7 x 31.6 cm | 9.3 x 12.4 in (300 dpi)