B H This Day in Black History

Search

Find facts by keyword, person, or year

4 results for "Sojourner Truth"

May 29, 1851

Sojourner Truth Delivers "Ain't I a Woman" Speech

Sojourner Truth delivered her famous "Ain't I a Woman?" speech at the Women's Convention in Akron, Ohio.

civil-rightspolitics
May 29, 1851

Sojourner Truth Delivers "Ain't I a Woman?" Speech

Sojourner Truth delivered her famous "Ain't I a Woman?" speech at the Women's Convention in Akron, Ohio.

civil-rightspolitics
circa 1797

Sojourner Truth Born

Sojourner Truth, abolitionist and women's rights activist, was born into slavery as Isabella Baumfree in Swartekill, New York.

civil-rightspolitics
November 26, 1883

Sojourner Truth Dies

Sojourner Truth, legendary abolitionist and women's rights activist, died in Battle Creek, Michigan.

civil-rightswomen
Before you go...

Get a powerful moment in Black history delivered to your inbox every morning. Free, 30-second read.

Free · Unsubscribe anytime