Slave Narrative of Frank Range
Frank Range, a 103-year-old resident of Greenville, South Carolina, recounts his experiences as a child of enslaved parents and his role during the Civil War. Born on a plantation, he was taken to war as a cook and helped rescue his master during a bombardment. After the war, he moved to Greenville, where he shares his life stories with enthusiasm. Range attributes his longevity to a healthy lifestyle, free from alcohol, tobacco, and conflict, and currently receives a modest state pension.