Slave Narrative of Henry Clay Moorman
Henry Clay Moorman, born into slavery on October 1, 1854, in Breckenridge County, Kentucky, recalls his experiences on the Moorman plantation. He shares anecdotes of life as a young slave, including work assignments and interactions with both black and white families. He emphasizes the loyalty between slaves and their masters, recounts fears of Union soldiers, and describes slave weddings and celebrations. After emancipation, Moorman lived for a year on the plantation before relocating to Indiana, where he later became a minister.