Slavery in North America (Pt 2)

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Today I want to reflect on Jane Iles. First, I want to introduce you to Jane Iles, my great-great-great-grandmother. Jane was probably born a slave, born in 1830 and lived at least until 1900. Not much is known about Jane other than information found on the census. Jane had at least one daughter, Caroline. Jane was illiterate and a laborer. Jane lived in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana which has fascinating history as the contested lawless Neutral Strip.

This is the second part in this excellent series. Please read it.

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  • You are so gracious and too kind!  

    • Hey, it is my pleasure! Thank you for writing it — I can’t wait to read it! :)