Austin Steward

Austin Steward was an African American author and abolitionist, best known for his memoir "Twenty-Two Years a Slave, and Forty Years a Freeman." In this work, he recounts his harrowing experiences as a slave and his subsequent life as a free man, providing valuable insights into the struggles and resilience of African Americans in the 19th century. Steward also played a significant role in the establishment of the Wilberforce Colony in Canada, where he served as president. His writings contribute to the understanding of the African American experience and the fight for freedom during a pivotal time in history.