1. SOJOURNER TRUTH
By: Robert

2. BORN Her real name was Isabella Baumfree
Born 1797 in Ulster County, New York
Parents were James and Betsy Baumfree

3. Life Married an older slave named Thomas and had five children
She was a slave for John Dumont

4. AFTER MARRIAGE
She stayed on Dumont Farm until New York ended slavery in 1828
She eventually settled in New York City
In 1843 she was inspired by a spiritual revelation that changed her life forever
She changed her name to Sojourner Truth and walked through Long Island, Connecticut preaching God's truth and plans for salvation

5. What Impressed Me
She is a nationally known speaker for human rights

6. Credits