Eric Foner

Historian, author, and academic

Eric Foner - Historian, author, and academic
Born

February 7th, 1943
82 years ago

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United States

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Born in 1943, this historian has focused on American history, particularly the Civil War and Reconstruction era. An academic and author, this individual served as a professor at Columbia University. Contributions to historical study include several influential books, engaging in scholarly discussions and public lectures. This historian's work emphasizes civil rights and the relationship between freedom and equality in American society.

Authored 'Reconstruction: America's Unfinished Revolution, 1863-1877'

Published 'The Fiery Trial: Abraham Lincoln and American Slavery'

Served as the president of the Organization of American Historians

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