In this episode, Caitlin tells us the story of Henrietta Wood, who sued the U.S. federal government for reparations and won. Then, Jessica explores the life of Black American sculptor Edmonia Lewis.
Act I
Episode Sources
- “In 1870, Henrietta Wood Sued for Reparations—and Won” by W. Caleb McDaniel, The Smithsonian Magazine
- “The Former Slave Who Sued for Reparations, and Won” by W. Caleb McDaniel, New York Times Opinion
- “The Backstory: The little known story about a former slave who sued her captor and won” by Nicole Carroll, USA TODAY
- “Henrietta Wood, won the first reparations lawsuit” by Herb Boyd, Amsterdam News
- "15 Incredible Historic Women You Should Know," Mental Floss
- The Smithsonian American Art Museum: Edmonia Lewis
- Google Arts and Culture: Edmonia Lewis Exhibit
Reparations Information
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09/08/20 • 134 min
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