Dwight Henry and Nathaniel Trott, lifelong friends from McDaniel, Maryland, reflect on growing up in a close-knit African American community on the Eastern Shore. They discuss church traditions, the importance of respect, and the values instilled by their parents and neighbors. The men discuss growing up in a segregated society, recalling dusty shoes from walking to church on unpaved roads and the pride their parents took in dressing well for Sunday service. They recall life without paved roads, electricity, or running water, and how their upbringing shaped their sense of responsibility and resilience. They express concern over the generational shift in discipline and community involvement, emphasizing the need to preserve African American history and honor the strength of those who came before.
Dwight Henry & Nathaniel Trott
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