Essay Archive - George Washington Carver
George Washington Carver
Carver was born a slave in Missouri. Although is exact birthdate is
unknown it has been narrowed down to July 12, 1861. Carver was only an
infant when his dad was killed an he, his brother and mother were
kidnapped. He was then orphaned and Moses Carver, his owner, bought George
back in exchange for a horse. The horses value was estimated at 300
dollars.
Carvers first schooling took place in a single room school house for black
children. After regular schooling, he enrolled at Highland University. He
had the grade but due to the fact that he was black he was denied. He then
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