Authentic 19th Century Photographs
of Black Confederates



There are several photographs on the internet of African-Americans who are stated to have served with the Confederates States Army (i.e. pictures of Black  Confederates).  The photographs below have been authenticated.  Click on the photo to access the primary or secondary resource of the photograph.



PHOTOGRAPH 1

Picture of William Mack Lee, a cook of General Robert E. Lee

William Mack Lee,
Cook of General Robert E. Lee and other CSA Generals
Published Literature: History of the Life of Rev. Wm. Mack Lee: Body Servant of General Robert E. Lee Through the Civil War: Cook from 1861 to 1865.
Source:  UNC University Library: Documenting the American South

(Researcher Note:  The picture of William Mack Lee is authentic; however, there is question if William Mack Lee was with General Robert E. Lee during the Civil War.  If you have documented information from a primary or secondary resource, about William Mack Lee, email info@blackconfedertesoldiers.com)



PHOTOGRAPH 2

Picture of John Wallace Comer with his servant Burrell
John Wallace Comer, CSA 2nd Lieutenant
with servant named Burrell
Source: Alabama Department of Archives and History




 

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