After more than a decade researching her ancestry, Shanna Ward published a book about her forefather John T. Ward, a formerly enslaved man who became an Underground Railroad conductor, abolitionist and founder of one of the nation’s oldest Black-owned businesses. Her work highlights the power of genealogy to reclaim lost histories and honor the resilience of enslaved Africans and their descendants.
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E.E. Ward Moving and Storage owners share keys to lasting legacy and innovation
E.E. Ward Moving and Storage, the nation’s oldest Black-owned business, continues to thrive as Brian Brooks leads with strategic preparation, community investment, and a commitment to lasting legacy.