Exploring the Enslaved Lives at Ferry Hill Plantation: Insights from Historians

Historians take a closer look at Ferry Hill and its past steeped in slavery

The Journal | Thursday, November 7, 2024

By Tabitha Johnston

The Journal reports on the Black Life at Ferry Hill Tour held at Ferry Hill Plantation, where historians highlighted the lives of enslaved individuals rather than the plantation's owners. Professors Ben Bankhurst and James Broomall, along with Justin Ebersole from the National Park Service, examined historical records revealing the harsh realities faced by enslaved laborers from the late 1700s through the Civil War, including inadequate medical care and their roles in ferry operations. The event emphasized the often-overlooked contributions and suffering of these individuals, illustrating their struggles for freedom amidst systemic oppression.

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