Slave Narrative of Josephine Ann Barnett
Josephine Ann Barnett, interviewed by Irene Robertson in De Valls Bluff, Arkansas, shares her memories of slavery and life post-emancipation. Born near Germantown, Tennessee, she recounts her experiences as a child slave under Phillip and Sally McNeill. Barnett describes the challenges of adjustment after moving to Arkansas, the impact of the Civil War, and the struggles faced by her community. She notes the harsh reality of economic hardship and the changing roles among younger generations, reflecting on the societal shifts and lingering issues since the war.