Chance Abrams, my great-great-great grandfather, lived as a sharecropper in Alabama. The 1870 census revealed his illiteracy, unemployment, and limited personal assets, reflecting the struggles of many African Americans after slavery.
Many Black individuals face difficulties tracing their roots due to scarce records and lost family stories. Brian Sheffey assists in navigating these challenges and uncovering hidden histories.
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