Slave Narrative of George Washington Buckner
Dr. George Washington Buckner, born on December 1, 1852, in Kentucky, shares his experiences as an ex-slave and later a city doctor in Evansville, Indiana. His narrative highlights the harsh conditions of slavery, family separations, and the influence of the Civil War. Buckner emphasizes the importance of education, recounting his struggles and determination to advance from teaching to becoming a physician. Appointed minister to Liberia in 1913, he reflects on the challenges faced by African Americans and the need for social and educational progress in the community.