Warren County NC

Slave Narrative of Mary Anngady

Mary Anngady, an 80-year-old former slave, recounts her childhood experiences under Mr. and Mrs. Franklin Davis in Orange County, North Carolina. She reflects on the kindness of her enslavers, her education, and family life. After the Civil War, she traveled extensively, marrying twice, first to Aaron Stallings and later to Rev. Matthews Anngady, an Abyssinian prince. Through their lectures on African customs, she offered insights into the brutal practices within his tribe, including executions and cannibalism, before settling in Raleigh.

Slave Narrative of Jerry Davis

In an interview with Mary A. Hicks, Jerry Davis, a 74-year-old ex-slave from Warren County, North Carolina, reflects on his experiences during slavery. He recounts his childhood, working mainly with chickens on a plantation owned by Marster Sam Davis, who treated slaves well and provided ample food. Davis shares memories of Yankees during the Civil War, community activities among slaves, and family ties. He also narrates folktales, including stories about a slave named Jack and his amusing encounters with the devil.

Shakori Indians

The Shakori Tribe, possibly linked to the term Sugari meaning “stingy,” belonged to the Siouan linguistic family, closely related to the Sissipahaw. Their historical presence is tied to Shocco and Big Shocco Creeks in present-day North Carolina. They may have named the province of Chicora, documented by Spanish explorers in the early 16th century. The Shakori’s fortunes were intertwined with the Eno tribe, and their legacy is reflected in local geographical names, with Mooney estimating their population at 1,500 in 1600.

Harold C. Smith

1st Lt. Harold C. Smith served in Company B of the 1st Army’s 3rd Pioneer Infantry. Born in Warren County to Dr. and Mrs. H. K. Smith, he was married to Mary Moore Smith. He entered military service on August 27, 1917, in Littleton, North Carolina, and underwent training in various locations before deploying to France on August 30, 1918. Smith participated in the Meuse-Argonne offensive and was honorably discharged at Camp Lee, Virginia, on August 2, 1919.

Courtney K. Sadler

Courtney K. Sadler, born in Warren County to Henry Sadler and his wife, served in the 30th Division, 105th Regiment, Company A during World War I. He was married to Cora Browning Sadler. After training at various camps in South Carolina, he sailed to France on June 3, 1918, and participated in significant battles including St. Mihiel and Meuse-Argonne. Sadler was mustered out on April 3, 1919, at Camp Jackson, S.C.

Morton Clifton Miles

Morton Clifton Miles served as 1st Sergeant in Company A, 534th Regiment during World War I. He hailed from Warren County and was the son of George S. and Mattie J. Miles. He entered military service on April 26, 1918, at Warrenton, N.C., and underwent training at Camp Jackson, S.C., and Camp Upton, N.Y. He sailed for France in July 1918 and achieved ranks from Corporal to 1st Sergeant before being mustered out at Camp Jackson in July 1919.

Clyde N. Johnston

Clyde N. Johnston, born on May 9, 1890, in Warren County, N.C., served as a Private in the Medical Corps of the 105th Sanitary Train, 30th Division. He entered service on September 19, 1917, and trained at several camps before sailing to France on June 4, 1918. Johnston participated in key battles, including Ypres and the Hindenburg Line, earning honorable mention for his contributions at Ypres. He was mustered out on April 7, 1919, at Camp Jackson, S.C.

Garland B. Daniel

2nd Lt. Garland B. Daniel served in Company F of the Student Army Training Corps at Syracuse University, having enlisted on July 19, 1918, in Durham, N.C. Initially stationed at Plattsburg Barracks, he was later transferred to Syracuse, where he was promoted to 2nd Lieutenant on September 11, 1918. During his service, he instructed in Military Tactics and was mustered out on January 3, 1919, at Syracuse University. He hailed from Warren County, the son of S. G. and Mrs. Lizzie Bost Daniel.