Black Americans of Achievement S.
2 total works
- Each book focuses on the contribution made by the figure and his or her influence on later generations - In Their Own Words boxes feature quotes from the subject - Did you Know? boxes highlight short pieces of little-known information about the person - The final chapter in each book delves into the legacy of the leader's thoughts and deeds for the new generations of Black Americans
Describes the life of the energetic abolitionist, including her origins as a slave in Maryland, her role as a conductor for the Underground Railroad, her service to the Union during the Civil War, and her role in establishing an old-age home for Afro-Americans.