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The electrifying speeches of Sojourner Truth

Daina Ramey Berry · TED

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About

Isabella Baumfree was born into slavery in late 18th century New York. Fleeing bondage with her youngest daughter, she renamed herself Sojourner Truth and embarked on a legendary speaking tour. She became known as an electrifying orator and her speeches impacted thousands of people in communities across the United States. Daina Ramey Berry details the life of the outspoken activist. [Directed by WOW-HOW Studio, narrated by Christina Greer, music by Stephen LaRosa].

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Institution
TED
Department
TED-Ed
Speaker
Daina Ramey Berry
Year
2020
Level
For everyone
Language
English
Subjects
Society and politics, History, Religion, Teaching and learning
Source
TED
Licence
CC BY-NC-ND 4.0, as TED states it. Non-commercial use only, and no changed versions. TED's terms
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