As I traced my lineage back to the Midway Plantation, I was struck by the realization of my ancestor's struggles and the painful history encompassing my family tree.
Finding Milton's marriage certificate was a pivotal moment; it connected me to Ruffin and unveiled the painful truth of my family's history rooted in enslavement.
The discovery of Ruffin Hinton's origins on Midway Plantation was profound, revealing the intertwining of my family's legacy with the darker aspects of American history.
It’s important to recognize the nature of these historical relationships; the term 'rape' accurately reflects the reality of enslaved women's experiences and should never be sanitized.
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