Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Maryland Narratives By: United States. Work Projects Administration
In "Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Maryland Narratives," readers are presented with a collection of firsthand accounts from individuals who experienced slavery firsthand. The book offers a powerful and eye-opening look at the realities of slavery in America, detailing the hardships, abuse, and resilience of those who were enslaved. The narratives convey the dehumanizing and oppressive nature of slavery, showcasing the emotional and physical toll it took on individuals and families. Through the voices of former slaves, readers are able to gain a deeper understanding of the atrocities committed during this dark period in American history. The book also highlights the strength and courage of those who resisted and fought against their enslavement, providing a testament to the resilience and determination of the human spirit. Overall, "Slave Narratives" is a poignant and important read that sheds light on a painful chapter in American history. It serves as a reminder of the enduring legacy of slavery and the importance of remembering and honoring the stories of those who suffered. First Page: [TR: ] = Transcriber Note [HW: ] = Handwritten Note 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 VIII MARYLAND NARRATIVES Prepared by the Federal Writers' Project of the Works Progress Administration for the State of Maryland INFORMANTS Brooks, Lucy [TR: and Lafayette Brooks] Coles, Charles Deane, James V. Fayman, Mrs. M.S. Foote, Thomas Gassaway, Menellis Hammond, Caroline Harris, Page Henson, Annie Young Jackson, Rev. Silas James, James Calhart James, Mary Moriah Anne Susanna Johnson, Phillip Jones, George Lewis, Alice Lewis, Perry Macks, Richard Randall, Tom Simms, Dennis Taylor, Jim Wiggins, James Williams, Rezin (Parson) [TR: Interviews were stamped at left side with state name, date, and interviewer's name. These stamps were often partially cut off. Where month could not be determined [ ] substituted. Interviewers' names reconstructed from other, complete entries.] Maryland [ ] 23 37 Guthrie AUNT LUCY [HW: BROOKS]... Continue reading book >>

Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Maryland Narratives By: United States. Work Projects Administration

In "Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Maryland Narratives," readers are presented with a collection of firsthand accounts from individuals who experienced slavery firsthand. The book offers a powerful and eye-opening look at the realities of slavery in America, detailing the hardships, abuse, and resilience of those who were enslaved.

The narratives convey the dehumanizing and oppressive nature of slavery, showcasing the emotional and physical toll it took on individuals and families. Through the voices of former slaves, readers are able to gain a deeper understanding of the atrocities committed during this dark period in American history.

The book also highlights the strength and courage of those who resisted and fought against their enslavement, providing a testament to the resilience and determination of the human spirit.

Overall, "Slave Narratives" is a poignant and important read that sheds light on a painful chapter in American history. It serves as a reminder of the enduring legacy of slavery and the importance of remembering and honoring the stories of those who suffered.

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[TR: ] = Transcriber Note [HW: ] = Handwritten Note

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 VIII

MARYLAND NARRATIVES

Prepared by the Federal Writers' Project of the Works Progress Administration for the State of Maryland

INFORMANTS

Brooks, Lucy [TR: and Lafayette Brooks]

Coles, Charles

Deane, James V.

Fayman, Mrs. M.S. Foote, Thomas

Gassaway, Menellis

Hammond, Caroline Harris, Page Henson, Annie Young

Jackson, Rev. Silas James, James Calhart James, Mary Moriah Anne Susanna Johnson, Phillip Jones, George

Lewis, Alice Lewis, Perry

Macks, Richard

Randall, Tom

Simms, Dennis

Taylor, Jim

Wiggins, James Williams, Rezin (Parson)

[TR: Interviews were stamped at left side with state name, date, and interviewer's name. These stamps were often partially cut off. Where month could not be determined [ ] substituted. Interviewers' names reconstructed from other, complete entries.]

Maryland [ ] 23 37 Guthrie

AUNT LUCY [HW: BROOKS]... Continue reading book >>

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Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 1	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 7	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Kansas Narratives
Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 5	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Maryland Narratives	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 6
Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Kentucky Narratives	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Mississippi Narratives	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Florida Narratives
Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Ohio Narratives	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Indiana Narratives	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Georgia Narratives, Part 1
Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 2	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Administrative Files Selected Records Bearing on the History of the Slave Narratives	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Georgia Narratives, Part 3
Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Georgia Narratives, Part 4	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves South Carolina Narratives, Part 1	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Arkansas Narratives, Part 3
Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Tennessee Narratives	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Oklahoma Narratives	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves South Carolina Narratives, Part 2
Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Georgia Narratives, Part 2	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves, Volume XI, North Carolina Narratives, Part 1	Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Arkansas Narratives, Part 4
Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves South Carolina Narratives, Part 4	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States, From Interviews with Former Slaves Virginia Narratives	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Texas Narratives, Part 1
Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves. Texas Narratives, Part 2	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves, Volume XI, North Carolina Narratives, Part 2	Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves: Volume X, Missouri Narratives
Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves: Volume XVI, Texas Narratives, Part 3	Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves: Volume XVI, Texas Narratives, Part 4	Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves: Volume I, Alabama Narratives
Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves: Volume XIV, South Carolina Narratives, Part 3

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