freedmen
- plural of freedman.
Example Sentences
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I think we should look back at our secret schools and freedmen schools for inspiration.
From Salon • Mar. 24, 2025
Each tribe also has a unique history with freedmen, whose rights were ultimately spelled out in separate treaties with the U.S.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 28, 2023
The 1866 Freedmen’s Bureau Act then expanded upon the prior year’s law, authorizing the Bureau to care for all loyal refugees and freedmen.
From Slate • Jul. 20, 2023
Many were freedmen or even slaves, which may account for their low social standing.
From New York Times • Jun. 13, 2023
“Hizdahr’s blood is ancient and-noble. Our joining will join my freedmen to his people. When we become as one, so will our city.”
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
