Sally Hemings
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In colonial times, there were few opportunities for women, and for a slave girl, it was even worse. The amazing story of Sally Hemings has been the subject of much debate over the years. Why not let her tell you herself? In this inspirational story from The Amazing People Club®, join her as she journeyed from a slave plantation to the high society of France, in the company of none other than Thomas Jefferson himself. In her own words, she talks you through their relationship, her return to the United States as a slave. Share in her stolen moments with Thomas when he became President of the United States of America. Was she the first African American mother to give birth to the sons and daughters of an American President?
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