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Article: Women WHO LED THE WAY.(ladies who mad history in the United States)
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- March 26, 2001
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In recognition of Women's History Month, Junior Scholastic honors six women whose guts and determination have helped change the world.
Sojourner Truth
Born a slave in upstate New York, Sojourner Truth (1797?-1883) became the first black woman to speak out publicly against slavery. Although she never learned to read or write, her commanding presence and quick wit electrified audiences.
"Ain't I a Woman?"
Originally named Isabella Baumfree, Truth gained her freedom in 1828. New York State had actually banned slavery in 1827. But, when Truth's master refused to let her go, she ran away. In 1843, she said the voice of God had told her to ...