The Skirmish at Island Mound Missouri Author:Chris Tabor The Skirmish at Island Mound, Missouri was the first battle fought by an African American regiment during the American Civil War. This book provides the first comprehensive study of this very historical event by providing a detailed view of the events and circumstances that led up to the engagement. Fully referenced, "The Skirmish at Isla... more »nd Mound, Missouri" provides a complete battle map, table of organization and casualty roster.« less