John Thompson (1812-? ) was born a slave, in Maryland.
In it he describes his captivity until his escape from slavery and his following career and marriage..
His narrative, written and first published in 1856 was entitled The Life of John Thompson , A Fugitive Slave
Containing His History of 25 Years in Bondage, and His Providential Escape, Written by Himself.
John Thompson (1812-? ) was born a slave, in Maryland