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**Chapter Four: Virginia Randolph | Virginia, 1890, The Small and the Mighty** Virginia stood at the back of the church, her serious, spectacled face focused on the preacher, who passionately rallied the congregation against a system that relegated African American children to second-class education. As parents expressed their determination to sign a petition, urging for change, Virginia felt the weight of her dual existence—being seen as a double agent among her peers while trying to fulfill her role…
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The dedication of the book, "The Small and the Mighty," is a heartfelt acknowledgment directed towards Chris. It expresses gratitude and appreciation for Chris's unwavering belief in the potential of the author. The dedication highlights the importance of encouragement and support from others in realizing one's capabilities and dreams. This short piece, while simple, encapsulates a profound sentiment, emphasizing that belief can inspire individuals to achieve greatness. The message reinforces the idea that…-
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In the introduction titled "New York | 1804," we find ourselves at the deathbed of Alexander Hamilton, fully aware of his impending demise from a gunshot wound. Despite his pain and the fatal circumstances, Hamilton maintains a stoic demeanor, illuminated by the grim realities of his condition. His brow feverish and body partially paralyzed, he desperately seeks solace through Communion, but faces rejection from Reverend Bishop Moore, who deems Hamilton unworthy due to the nature of his duel. In his last…-
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In the bustling marketplace of 1830s Kentucky, Clara Brown experiences a painful scene as she clings to her youngest child, Eliza Jane, who is sobbing uncontrollably. Clara anxiously tends to Eliza, trying to calm her before the auction block—a place where enslaved individuals are sold—which fills Clara with dread. Having been born enslaved herself, Clara fears for her daughter’s well-being, hoping Eliza will be sold to a caring family instead of facing harsh treatment. Clara’s tragic history…
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### Chapter Two: Bleeding Kansas | 1850s, The Small and the Mighty In this chapter, a historical examination reveals the profound impact of Andrew Jackson’s presidency, particularly through the lens of the infamously flawed Dred Scott Supreme Court decision of 1857. Dred Scott, an enslaved man from Missouri, asserted his claim to freedom after being taken to free territories. However, the Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice Roger Taney, ruled that he lacked standing in court since all African Americans,…
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In 1924, a baby named Daniel was born dead but brought back to life by a desperate midwife in a Hawaiian slum. His mother, exhausted but prayerful, named him after the biblical Daniel, who faced great trials. Daniel's family immigrated to Hawaii from Japan in 1899, driven by a significant debt incurred by his great-grandfather, Wasaburo, after a fire destroyed homes in their village. To repay the debt, Wasaburo’s son, Asakichi, left Japan for Hawaii, where he worked on a sugarcane plantation, intending…
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