The Story of Mattie J. Jackson / Her Parentage—Experience of Eighteen years in Slavery—Incidents during the War—Her Escape from Slavery

Name: The Story of Mattie J. Jackson / Her Parentage—Experience of Eighteen years in Slavery—Incidents during the War—Her Escape from Slavery
Author: L. S. Thompson

By L. S. Thompson

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About This Book

A young woman recounts her family background and eighteen years in slavery, tracing forced separations, sales, changing masters, and domestic labor alongside incidents of wartime disruption. She describes interactions with soldiers, the community response to the assassination of President Lincoln, repeated escape attempts, and eventual liberation for herself and relatives. The narrative combines vivid scenes of hardship with faith, moral reflection, and practical concerns after emancipation, including efforts to obtain education and public support to improve her and her community's prospects.

About the Author

L. S. Thompson

L. S. Thompson is an author known for documenting the life and experiences of Mattie J. Jackson, an African American woman who endured slavery and later escaped. In her notable work, "The Story of Mattie J. Jackson," Thompson provides a poignant narrative that highlights Jackson's parentage, her eighteen years in slavery, and the incidents she faced during the Civil War. This account not only serves as a personal memoir but also contributes to the broader understanding of the struggles faced by enslaved individuals and the resilience required to seek freedom.