
An enslaved perspective of the 4th of July
When one takes time to look at US history, it shares an interesting perspective especially in the rare cases where you can read the enslaved side of a story whom is no longer scared. Former enslaved Mr. Louis Hughes shared a perspective on the Fourth of July Barbecue that is worthy for all to read. This is a rare treat because very few enslaved Africans could read and write, yet alone publish an Autobiography during reconstruction. Every time I read this piece, I get somet