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"Henry's Freedom Box," retold by Niya Witcher, captures the remarkable story of Henry Brown, a slave who yearns for freedom. From not knowing his own birthday to navigating the harsh realities of slavery, Henry's life changes forever when he meets his true love, Nancy. After tragically losing his family to the market, Henry courageously decides to escape by shipping himself to Philadelphia. This inspiring tale highlights the quest for liberty and the lengths one will go to attain it. Follow Henry's incredible journey to freedom.
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Henry's Freedom Box Retold by Niya Witcher
Henry’s childhood • Henry Brown was a slave, he even didn’t know his birthday.
Henry didn’t want to be a slave or didn’t want to die a slave.
Henry’s master was very ill so his master gave him to his son.
Henry met his true love Nancy months later he asked her to be his wife.
Henry didn’t want to be a slave anymore so he shipped himself to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
He went through tumbling and pushing but finally got the place he wanted to go.