The book "History of the Negro Race in America from 1619 to 1880. Volume 1: The Negro as Slaves, as Soldiers, and as Citizens" by George Washington Williams is an extensive study of the role of African Americans in shaping the history of the United States. The book traces the lives of blacks during the period of colonial settlement, their work as slaves on plantations, and their participation in military conflicts. The author also examines the development of civil rights of African Americans in America after the end of slavery, so all pages of this book reveal unique memories and testimonies about the tragic, but at the same time heroic history of the Negro race in America. This is a must read for anyone interested in US history and the struggle for equal rights.