A Family’s Reckoning with a Plantation Home | Dallas News

An Air Force veteran buys a historic Virginia home for his family, only to uncover a shocking truth: the property was once a plantation where his own ancestors were enslaved. Guided by his sister’s research and a local historian, Fred and his family trace their roots back to Sharswood, transforming the house from a simple retreat into a powerful symbol of resilience. Now, they’re preserving the slave quarters and cemetery through a nonprofit, turning painful history into a celebration of heritage—complete with Juneteenth gatherings on the land that once held their ancestors captive. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e753b5754ea66a75