Maryland Park Honors Family’s Journey From Slavery

from AURN News · host Jamie Jackson

Freedman’s State Park in Maryland tells the story of Enoch George Howard and his family, who went from slavery to becoming major landowners in Montgomery County after the Civil War. The new park highlights Black history, resilience and the fight for freedom across generations. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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A new Maryland park honors the story of a Black family that rose from slavery to landownership and influence after the Civil War.

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