Amistad Committee Celebrates Frederick Douglass | New Haven Register
Clare Dignan, New Haven Register, Sept. 17, 2017
The life and work of Frederick Douglass, the famous African-American abolitionisst who helped rally black solders to fight for the Union during the Civil War, was honored Saturday in recognition of how his work still resonates.
The event, ‘New Haven’s Response to Charlottesville,’ was held in Criscuolo Park, where Douglass once spoke to the 29th Colored Regiment, an all-black volunteer regiment mustered in 1864 out of Fair Haven, according to connecticut-history.org…
Nathan Richardson, who portayed Douglass at the event, said he feels humbled by the opportunity to represent the historical figure. Photo: Clare Dignan
Nathan Richardson, who portayed Douglass at the event, said he feels humbled by the opportunity to represent the historical figure. He is a poet, author and spoken word per-former on “The Frederick Douglass Speaking Tour.” His performance was a creative portrayal taken from speeches and biographical material of Douglass’s life.
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