Proximity to Power: Rethinking Race and Place in Alexandria, Virginia

Located just across the Potomac River from Washington, DC, Alexandria, Virginia, has long held a unique sociopolitical position due to its proximity to the nation's capital. This unexplored relationship had a profound impact on African Americans' access to schools, transportation, and other resources in comparison to other southern towns and cities. Proximity to Power examines the history of Alexandria's African American community from the mid-nineteenth century to the twenty-first century, focusing on its dynamic relationship with the federal government before, during, and after the Civil War. Krystyn R. Moon highlights the long-standing advocacy and agency of Alexandria's Black residents, adding further nuance to our understanding of the relationship between race and place.

Author: Krystyn R. Moon
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: University of North Carolina Press
Published: 07/01/2025
Pages: 230
Weight: 0.73lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.53d
ISBN: 9781469686073