Thelma Jefferies
“I’m
interested in the study group for a couple of reasons. I would like to trace my
family history. I think it is a disgrace that because, I’m an African American
I can’t find out about my ancestors. I think this is why African Americans
have so many problems because; they don’t know who they are.”
“I had
two wonderful parents, they taught me how to work survive.
I resent the way that
Thelma
echoes the sentiments of many who have ancestors that were enslaved in this
country and she makes a wonderful point on our lack of knowing who we are. This
is a vital role the Choctaw-Chickasaw Freedmen Project will have in educating
others on their true and unique history in