Holdings: Snow-storm in August

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Snow-storm in August Washington City, Francis Scott Key, and the forgotten race riot of 1835 /

Portrays how the 19th century struggle against slavery erupted in Washington DC, thrusting the ambitious District Attorney Francis Scott Key into a uniquely American battle for justice.

Main Author:	Morley, Jefferson.
Format:	Book
Language:	English
Published:	New York : Nan A. Talese/Doubleday, [2012]
Physical Description:	xii, 334 pages : illustrations, map ; 25 cm.
Edition:	1st ed.
Subjects:	Key, Francis Scott, -- 1779-1843. Bowen, Arthur, -- 1817?- Thornton, Anna Maria Brodeau, -- 1775?-1865. Race riots -- Washington (D.C.) -- History -- 19th century. Free African Americans -- Washington (D.C.) -- History -- 19th century. Slavery -- Washington (D.C.) -- History -- 19th century. Trials (Attempted murder) -- Washington (D.C.) Washington (D.C.) -- Race relations -- History -- 19th century. Washington (D.C.) -- History -- 19th century.

CMU Main Books 3rd Floor

Location	Call Number:	Status
CMU Main Books 3rd Floor	F198 .M67 2012	Available Request Chapter Scan