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The Works Progress Administration was an American New Deal agency that employed millions of jobseekers to carry out public works projects, including the construction of public buildings and roads. It was set up on May 6, 1935, by presidential order, as a key part of the Second New Deal.
Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Volume II, Arkansas Narratives, Part 7
Voices from the past recount lives under slavery and in its aftermath, painting a picture of hardship, resilience, and the fight for freedom in a nation divided.
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Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Volume XIII, Oklahoma Narratives
Hear the compelling stories of those who survived slavery, revealing the pain and resilience of a dark chapter in American history.
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Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Volume XVII, Virginia Narratives
In their own words, survivors recount a history of cruelty, resilience, and the unyielding spirit of a people bound but never broken.
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Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Volume XI, North Carolina Narratives, Part 2
** Hear the unforgettable stories of those who lived through slavery, as they recount their struggles, families, and fight for freedom.
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Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Volume XIV, South Carolina Narratives, Part 1
** Former slaves recount vivid tales of heartbreak and survival, revealing the true face of slavery and the rocky road to freedom.
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Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Volume IV, Georgia Narratives, Part 1
Hear the stories of those who survived bondage, revealing a world of hardship, family, and resilience in the American South.
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Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Volume XIV, South Carolina Narratives, Part 3
Voices from the past share their poignant memories of bondage and liberation, revealing the human spirit's resilience in the face of unimaginable hardship.
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Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Volume IV, Georgia Narratives, Part 4
Hear the voices of those who survived slavery as they share their gripping stories of hardship, family, and the long road to freedom.
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Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Volume II, Arkansas Narratives, Part 1
Hear the unforgettable stories of those who survived slavery, sharing their triumphs, heartaches, and journeys toward freedom in their own words.
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Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Volume VIII, Maryland Narratives
Listen to the compelling stories of those who lived through bondage, from harsh realities to surprising acts of kindness, revealing the true human experience of slavery.
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Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Volume I, Alabama Narratives
Hear the unforgettable stories of those who lived through slavery, sharing their struggles, survival, and the enduring strength of the human spirit.
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Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Volume V, Indiana Narratives
Through personal accounts, this book reveals the trials, tribulations, and triumphs of those who survived slavery and forged new lives in the aftermath.
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Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Volume VII, Kentucky Narratives
Voices of the past echo with stories of hardship and hope, as formerly enslaved people recount their lives in bondage and their struggle for freedom.
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Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Volume VI, Kansas Narratives
Hear the voices of those who were enslaved as they recount their lives, loves, and losses during one of America's darkest periods.
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Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Volume II, Arkansas Narratives, Part 3
Listen to the unforgettable stories of people who survived slavery.
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Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Volume X, Missouri Narratives
Hear the heartbreaking and compelling stories of individuals who survived slavery, offering a raw glimpse into their lives during one of America's darkest times.
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Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Volume II, Arkansas Narratives, Part 4
Hear the compelling, firsthand experiences of former slaves as they reveal the horrors of bondage and their courageous journeys towards freedom and a new life.
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Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Volume XIV, South Carolina Narratives, Part 2
Through their own voices, former slaves recount the trials, triumphs, and lasting impact of a dark chapter in American history.
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Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Volume XV, Tennessee Narratives
Hear the compelling stories of those who survived slavery, sharing their memories of hardship, resilience, and the ongoing struggle to build a life after finding freedom.
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Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States from Interviews with Former Slaves, Volume XVI, Texas Narratives, Part 1
Through personal recollections, discover a world of hardship, hope, and resilience as told by those who lived through the chains of slavery and emerged into a new era of freedom.
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