Slave Narratives

"Slave Narratives, A Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves, Vol. 2, Arkansas Narratives, Part. 1" offers a powerful and direct window into the lives of African Americans who experienced slavery firsthand. Collected by the Work Projects Administration, these oral histories preserve the voices and memories of individuals in Arkansas, providing invaluable insight into a crucial period of American history.

This volume presents a compilation of interviews, meticulously documenting the experiences, struggles, and resilience of formerly enslaved people. These narratives form a vital part of the historical record, illuminating the realities of slavery and its lasting impact. Readers will encounter personal accounts that shed light on daily life, family dynamics, and the fight for freedom. As an essential resource for understanding the complexities of slavery in the United States, this book provides a unique and unforgettable perspective. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.