Hear the story of Newt Knight, the rebellion he led, and the consequences of his actions.
Who was Newt Knight? A cowardly deserter? A latter-day Robin Hood? Or a pro-union, anti-slavery crusader? Hear the story of Jones Countys controversial Knight-errant, the rebellion he led, and the consequences of his actions, both then and now. With commentary by Civil War historians and members of Knights family, we search for the truth behind the legend.
Who was Newt Knight? A cowardly deserter? A latter-day Robin Hood? Or a pro-union, anti-slavery crusader? Hear the story of Jones Countys controversial Knight-errant, the rebellion he led, and the consequences of his actions, both then and now. With commentary by Civil War historians and members of Knights family, we search for the truth behind the legend.
Mississippi's Free State of Jones
Mississippi's Free State of Jones
The story of Newt Knight, the militia he formed, and repercussions felt long after the War
Mississippi's Free State of Jones
Mississippi's Free State of Jones is a local public television program presented by MPB.
