City Point, Va. African American Army Cook at Work (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz

City Point, Va. African American Army Cook at Work (U.S. Civil War) This historical artwork depicts an African American soldier serving as a cook during the U.S. Civil War, specifically at City Point, Virginia. The image offers a glimpse into the role of African Americans in the military and their contribution to the war effort beyond combat positions. Despite the fact that they were not officially recognized as soldiers until much later, many Black men served in various capacities within the Union Army during the Civil War, often taking on roles such as cooks, laborers, and support staff. The artwork provides a unique visual perspective of this historical event and highlights an often underrepresented aspect of the U.S. Civil War.