Sojourner Truth
From Slave to Hero
The Beginning
- Sojourner Truth born Isabella was born into slavery
- Was beaten and abused by her owners but then decided she should turn away from slavery.
- She did many great things that impact our world today such as fighting for the women's right to vote .
- Also fought for the inclusion of African American men in war.
Brave
- Sojourner Truth was a brave women.
- Sojourner Truth and her baby daughter Sophia left her owner alone as most people leave in groups.
- Sojourner Truth took the risk of getting caught but since she was brave she took the risk to be free.
Faithful
- Sojourner Truth was also faithful.
- She did not belong to a specific religion but when she became free she became a Christian.
- Truth's beliefs were very important to her and believed that god would keep her safe and lead her in the right direction.
Helpful
- Sojourner Truth was also helpful in many ways. She thought of others and what she could do to help them.
- She fought for woman's suffrage and the inclusion of African Americans men in war.
- When African American men were permitted to fight in the war she brought them food and clothing.
A Hero To Others Near and Far
- Sojourner Truth was a remarkable women who did many things that make her a hero
- She has impacted our history in a positive way such as fighting for women's suffrage and the inclusion of African Americans in war.
- She is a hero to others near and far.