The Continued Struggle: African Americans in Richmond
Pursuit of Community in the Aftermath of the Civil War
Lecture by Carey H. Latimore IV, Ph.D.
The end of the Civil War brought new challenges for African Americans. From the destruction of the war, anger of former masters, starvation, and black codes, black people faced significant obstacles that required their response. This talk examines how black Richmonders pursued and cultivated successful diverse political, social, and economic coalitions that would see the community become one of the most successful black communities in the South. The experiences of black Richmonders in the aftermath of the Civil War were spurred by the strength of black community during the antebellum period. Although not totally distinct to black people in the city, the economic, political, and social environment in Richmond City provided opportunities unavailable to many black people both inside and outside the city.
Dr. Carey H. Latimore IV is an associate professor of history at Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas. A Middlesex County native, he is a graduate of Middlesex High School, Rappahannock Community College, and the University of Richmond, who holds a Ph.D from Emory University. A prolific writer and lecturer, Dr. Latimore teaches courses on Black History and the Old South and is the co-director of Trinity’s African Studies Department. He was just recognized with Trinity University’s most prestigious faculty award—the Z.T. Scott award. Dr. Latimore is a Baptist minister who was ordained at Antioch Baptist Church in Saluda. He is the son of Carey Latimore III and the late Ann Stephens Latimore.
Dr. Latimore’s book, Unshakable Faith: African American Stories of Redemption, Hope, and Community, will be published in January of 2022. It can be pre-ordered on Amazon.
