About the Author

Chris Dier was born in New Orleans and currently teaches history at Chalmette High School in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana. After Hurricane Katrina, Dier was uprooted to Texas, where he finished high school and attended East Texas Baptist University. Dier received a BA in history from ETBU. After completion of his undergraduate degree, he moved back to his hometown and became an educator to follow in the footsteps of his mother. He continued his studies to earn an MA in education from the University of New Orleans and is currently obtaining an MEd in educational administration from UNO. He resides in St. Bernard Parish and has a keen interest in regional history.

Reviews

Although most known for its world-class fishing and seafood, St. Bernard Parish is also rich in history. Historian and Chalmette High School teacher Chris Dier has long been fascinated by the past, but one story in particular captured his attention -- the 1868 massacre in the local cane fields. In fact, his interest and passion in the event culminate in the release of his new book, The 1868 St. Bernard Parish Massacre - Blood in the Cane Fields. Published by the History Press, the book chronicles the history of St. Bernard, beginning with the arrival of the Canary Islanders in 1778. Times-Picayune