Mama Bridget "Biddy" Mason (1818-1891) was born enslaved in either Mississippi or Georgia. She learned midwifery skills from other enslaved women. The skills were passed down from African, Caribbean, and Native American traditions. Mama Biddy practiced midwifery, herbal medicine, and livestock and agricultural care. She is renown for the 1856 landmark case Mason v. Smith, when she sued her master for her and her family’s freedom,
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A spacious and trendy tote bag to help you carry around everything that matters.

• 100% polyester
• Bag size: 15″ × 15″ (38.1 × 38.1 cm)
• Capacity: 2.6 US gal (10 l)
• Maximum weight limit: 44lbs (20 kg)
• Dual handles made from 100% natural cotton bull denim
• Handle length 11.8″ (30 cm), width 1″ (2.5 cm)
• The handles can slightly differ depending on the fulfillment location
• Blank product components sourced from Israel

This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!