Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 7 By: United States. Work Projects Administration |
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This collection of slave narratives offers a powerful and intimate look into the lives of individuals who endured the horrors of slavery in the United States. The firsthand accounts provide a raw and unfiltered perspective on the brutality and dehumanization that was inflicted upon African Americans during this dark period in history.
From tales of physical abuse to accounts of families torn apart, these narratives paint a vivid picture of the everyday struggles and resilience of those who were enslaved. The voices of the former slaves shine through, offering a poignant reminder of the strength and determination it took to survive such oppressive conditions.
The book serves as an important historical document that sheds light on a chapter of American history that must never be forgotten. It is a sobering and eye-opening read that challenges readers to confront the atrocities of slavery and reflect on the ongoing legacy of racism and inequality in our society today. SLAVE NARRATIVES A Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves TYPEWRITTEN RECORDS PREPARED BY THE FEDERAL WRITERS' PROJECT 1936 1938 ASSEMBLED BY THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS PROJECT WORK PROJECTS ADMINISTRATION FOR THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA SPONSORED BY THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS WASHINGTON 1941 VOLUME II ARKANSAS NARRATIVES PART 7 Prepared by the Federal Writers' Project of the Works Progress Administration for the State of Arkansas INFORMANTS Vaden, Charlie Vaden, Ellen Van Buren, Nettie Vaughn, Adelaide J. Wadille [TR: Waddille], Emmeline Wadille (Waddell), Emmeline (Emiline) Waldon, Henry Walker, Clara Walker, Henry Walker, Jake Walker, Jake Wallace, Willie Warrior, Evans Washington, Anna Washington, Eliza Washington, Jennie Washington, Parrish Watson, Caroline Watson, Mary Wayne, Bart Weathers, Annie Mae Weathers, Cora Webb, Ishe Wells, Alfred Wells, Douglas Wells, John Wells, Sarah Wells, Sarah Williams Wesley, John Wesley, Robert Wesmoland, Maggie West, Calvin West, Mary Mays Wethington, Sylvester Whitaker, Joe White, Julia A. White, Lucy Whiteman, David Whiteside, Dolly Whitfield, J.W. Whitmore, Sarah Wilborn,... Continue reading book >>
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