Sally And Lettie Josh Caldwell: A Journey of Grit, Determination, and Triumph

Sally and Lettie

by Josh Caldwell

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Sally and Lettie Josh Caldwell were two of the most inspiring and courageous women in Arkansas history. They faced unimaginable hardships, but they never gave up on their dreams. Their story is a testament to the power of the human spirit.

Sally was born into slavery in Mississippi in 1848. Lettie was born into slavery in Arkansas in 1850. Both women were freed after the Civil War, and they eventually made their way to Arkansas, where they homesteaded in the Ozark Mountains.

Homesteading was a difficult life, but Sally and Lettie were determined to make a success of it. They worked hard to clear the land, build a house, and raise crops. They also raised a family of 12 children.

Sally and Lettie faced many challenges during their lives. They were often poor and hungry. They had to deal with racism and discrimination. And they lost several children to disease. But through it all, they never gave up.

Sally and Lettie were an inspiration to everyone who knew them. They were strong, independent, and determined. They showed the world that anything is possible if you have the courage to follow your dreams.

Early Life

Sally Josh was born into slavery in Mississippi in 1848. Her parents were both slaves, and she grew up in a small cabin on a plantation. Sally had a difficult childhood. She was often hungry and cold, and she was forced to work hard from a young age.

Lettie Josh was born into slavery in Arkansas in 1850. Her parents were also slaves, and she grew up in a similar situation to Sally. Lettie was a strong and independent child, and she often stood up for herself and others.

Emancipation

Sally and Lettie were both freed after the Civil War. Sally was 17 years old, and Lettie was 15. They were both excited to start a new life, but they also knew that they would face many challenges.

Sally and Lettie eventually made their way to Arkansas, where they homesteaded in the Ozark Mountains. Homesteading was a difficult life, but Sally and Lettie were determined to make a success of it.

Homesteading

Sally and Lettie faced many challenges during their time as homesteaders. They were often poor and hungry. They had to deal with racism and discrimination. And they lost several children to disease.

But through it all, Sally and Lettie never gave up. They worked hard to clear the land, build a house, and raise crops. They also raised a family of 12 children.

Sally and Lettie were an inspiration to everyone who knew them. They were strong, independent, and determined. They showed the world that anything is possible if you have the courage to follow your dreams.

Legacy

Sally and Lettie Josh Caldwell died in the early 1900s. They left behind a legacy of strength, determination, and courage. Their story is a reminder that anything is possible if you have the courage to follow your dreams.

Sally and Lettie Josh Caldwell were inducted into the Arkansas Women's Hall of Fame in 1993. They are also honored with a historical marker in Benton County, Arkansas.

Sally and Lettie Josh Caldwell were two remarkable women. They faced unimaginable hardships, but they never gave up on their dreams. Their story is a testament to the power of the human spirit.

We can all learn from Sally and Lettie's example. They taught us that anything is possible if we have the courage to follow our dreams. They also taught us that we should never give up, no matter what challenges we face.

Thank you, Sally and Lettie, for your inspiration.

Sally and Lettie

by Josh Caldwell

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	472 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	63 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE