African American db

Ohio- Last names starting with S-T (this is my state I must use)-NARRATIVE ATTACHED

Option 1: The LOC site where you can hear and read the narrative…there is something powerful about listening to the people in their own voice about their experiences.

Option 2: Here are various sources to help.

About this Collection – Born in Slavery: Slave Narratives from the …

North American Slave Narratives – Documenting the American South

Slave narratives – PBS

American Slave Narratives

Can WPA slave narratives be trusted, or are they tainted by …

Option 3: Attached are transcripts of some slave narratives.(SEE ATTACHMENT)

Directions:

1. You are to find one slave narratives from a LIBRARY OF CONGRESS 1930s SLAVE Narrative for your assigned state.

2. In essay format, you will retell to the class what you heard and read about from your chosen person about their slave experiences. You will need to have at least 300 words in this post plus 3 full references due Friday. Remember to explain what details and experiences these ex-slaves gave in describing the institution of slavery and the practice of slavery.