19th-Century black Americans. History of American Women.
1. Keeping the Past Alive
While Martha’s case may seem like ancient history, it is of vital importance to recognize that her death was only 169 years ago. Her account is a relatively recent part of our collective past. We must remember her not only as a fascinating case of forensic science but as part of an America whose inequity continues to linger today. Her persistence, even in death, is a reminder that history cannot be erased and there is always more to learn from the struggles of those who came before us.
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