Slave Narratives, Volume VIII: Maryland Narratives
is part of the WPA Federal Writers' Project series preserving the firsthand testimonies of formerly enslaved African Americans from Maryland. Collected in the 1930s, these interviews provide vivid accounts of life under slavery, including labor, family separations, oppression, religious practices, and the resilience of those who endured bondage.
This volume captures the unique experiences of enslaved people in Maryland, highlighting regional customs, dialects, and community traditions. The narrators' recollections reveal both the hardships and the strength, faith, and cultural perseverance of African Americans navigating the transition from slavery to freedom.
is an essential resource for historians, educators, researchers, and general readers seeking primary-source insight into slavery, African American history, and the enduring cultural legacy of Maryland's Black communities.