I Was A Slave In America Until 2009

“I Was A Slave In America Until 2009” recounts the long, hard years of struggle and inhumane treatment endured by African slaves. Spanning over 250 years, this narrative sheds light on the enduring spirit of a race that fought tirelessly for freedom and equality.

In this present time, African Americans celebrate their hard-won equality and freedom from the chains of their former masters. This book serves as a reminder of the value and dignity of black lives, echoing the reverence for our ancestors who lived centuries ago.

Lilma McLean Sample

Lilma McLean Sample was born in Harnett County, North Carolina. Growing up without a mother, she lived mainly with her older sister and occasionally with her father, a sharecropper. Despite facing poverty with inadequate housing, food, clothing, and education, she lived a fairly normal life. As time passed, she moved to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to take care of and babysit for her brother and sister-in-law. There, she met and married her husband and gave birth to their six children. Always passionate about art and music, she even had some of her lyrics set to music. Through her storytelling, she hopes to inspire African Americans to embrace their culture, remember their past, and recognize their potential to succeed in every aspect of life.