Unlike the few great figures depicted
in legends and memorialized
in statuary, most inhabitants
of this earth have lived their
lives—and passed away—invisible
to history. Occasionally, the stories of ordinary
people do emerge from the shadows of
history, but the evidence left behind rarely tells
us much about their personalities or characters,
as such humble individuals likely drew little
public notice during their lifetimes. Yarrow
Mamout, a citizen of Georgetown who died in
1823, is one very notable exception.
Topic:
History, Slavery, and Higher Education
Political Geography:
West Africa, North America, United States of America, Washington, and D.C.