Slave Narrative of Wes Woods
Wes Woods, born on May 21, 1864, in Garrard County, Kentucky, shared his experiences as a former slave during an interview with Eliza Ison. He described his early life on a plantation owned by Mrs. Eliza Kennedy and later John Yeakey, where he lived with his family in log cabins. Woods recounted his fond memories of work, hunting, and fishing, and noted the absence of harsh punishment under his master. He shared his religious beliefs and the joy of freedom, emphasizing a life of faith and preparation for the afterlife.