Proximity to Power

Rethinking Race and Place in Alexandria, Virginia

Krystyn R. Moon

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The University of North Carolina Press
03 June 2025

History of the Americas; Ethnic studies; Population & demography

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.

By: Krystyn R. Moon
Imprint: The University of North Carolina Press
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 235mm, Width: 155mm,
ISBN: 9781469686066
ISBN 10: 1469686066
Pages: 240
Publication Date: 03 June 2025
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Krystyn R. Moon is professor of history and American studies at the University of Mary Washington.