For the Unremembered : A Journey of Reflection into Cape Cod’s Connection to Slavery

An evocative journey through Cape Cod, Massachusetts, uncovering the hidden and often-overlooked stories of the enslaved people who lived and worked there As both a work of historical, creative nonfiction and a guidebook, For the Unremembered uncovers and reflects on Cape Cod's role in the institution of slavery.Readers will learn about the Cape's involvement in the chattel slave trade and how colonists participated in and supported this inhumane system through various means.Uncovering the traces left behind by the enslaved individuals who lived on the Cape, author Susanna Graham-Pye highlights the importance of recognizing the contributions and lives of those who were deliberately left out of mainstream history. Through a blend of lyrical reflections and practical guidance, this book invites readers to explore significant locations across Cape Cod, offering a deeper understanding of its historical landscape.By revisiting the places where enslaved people once stood and evoking the sigh