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Title details for The Untold Story of Bridget Mason by Dr. Artika R. Tyner - Available

The Untold Story of Bridget Mason

A Freedwoman Becomes an Entrepreneur

by Dr. Artika R. Tyner
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You may have heard about Dred Scott's case to gain his freedom from enslavement. But just a year before the Supreme Court decision in Scott's case, Bridget "Biddy" Mason won her freedom in a California court—and then went on to become the wealthiest Black woman in Los Angeles. With key biographical information and related historical events, this Capstone Captivate book uncovers Mason's story of attaining her freedom, becoming an entrepreneur, and serving her community. Dive into the First but Forgotten series to read rarely told stories from history.

Formats

  • OverDrive Read

subjects

Languages

  • English

Levels

  • ATOS Level:5.3
  • Interest Level:4-8(MG)
  • Text Difficulty:4

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