#5. Bartley Corbin: Fifth-Great-Grandfather

In this episode, we dive into the challenging history of Bartley Corbin, whose story is deeply entwined with the darker chapters of America’s history with racism, genocide, and slavery. We’ll grapple with the harsh realities of American expansion and the removal of indigenous people and discuss the role that genealogy can play in confronting uncomfortable truths about our past and understanding present injustices.

Join us as we unearth the complex legacy of the Corbin family, their role in the Trail of Tears, and the broader implications of their actions on racial politics in the U.S.

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