Overton Family’s Freedom and Legacy

A groundbreaking historical marker honoring Hiram and Eveline Overton—self-emancipated Blacksmiths who fled slavery during the Civil War and built thriving lives and businesses—is unveiled, thanks to their great-great-great granddaughter Aisha Francis. Despite their enslaver fighting for the Confederacy, the Overtons purchased land, kept records, founded a school for Black children, and ensured their legacy endured. The marker’s approval process was rigorous and costly, but its placement near Confederate memorials underscores a complex history—yet ultimately, the Overtons’ triumph lives on. Support the show:Get a discount at https://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/0134e1080f81539a