Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Volume I, Alabama Narratives

"Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Volume I, Alabama Narratives" by the United States Work Projects Administration, is a collection of powerful testimonials gathered in the 1930s from individuals who once lived as slaves in the United States. These interviews, primarily from Alabama, reveal the raw, personal experiences of these men and women, focusing on their lives before and after freedom. Through voices like Uncle Charlie Aarons, who recalls being sold as a child, and Aunt Molly Ammonds, who shares memories of community and resilience, the book paints a diverse picture of life under slavery—the harsh realities of plantation work, the relationships with masters, and the strength needed to endure. These stories capture the emotions, struggles, and survival strategies employed by these individuals, offering an essential glimpse into a defining chapter of American history through their own words.