FAQ About Sojourner Truth
How did Sojourner Truth gain her freedom?
Sojourner Truth gained her freedom in 1826 when New York State began to abolish slavery. She walked away with her infant daughter, leaving behind other children who were later freed. In 1828, she successfully sued for the return of her son, making her one of the first black women to win a case against a white man in a U.S. court.
