Wilson helped create opportunities for children

Mayesville Educational and Industrial School built in 1800s

By SAMMY WAY
Posted 9/16/18

Reflections remembers the contributions of Emma Wilson to the field of education. This daughter of slaves incorporated her desire for knowledge to create institutions of learning to benefit those around her. She spent the majority of her life …

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