Born an African prince, At-mun was captured by slavers and shipped to America in 1725. During the raid that led to his capture, he lost communication with his beloved and crippled sister, Ath-mun. After being dubbed "Amos" by a slave auctioneer, At-mun was purchased by a Quaker man and taught to read and write alongside white children. Amos took on "Fortune" as a last name when others recognized his good fortune in life. He bought his freedom when he was near 60 years old and worked as a tanner and carpenter to save money. His first two wives, whose freedom he purchased, died within a year of marriage. His third wife, Violet, and her young daughter, Celyndia, travelled with him to a new land to establish a tanning business and a homestead in a predominantly white community. Over time, Amos' skills were renown, and he became a respected member of his church and community. At the age of 80, he finally purchased his own land and continued to help others, even a young, ailing peasant girl whom would soon die. Amos lived and worked for freedom all his life and was successful because of his diligence, kindness, and determination.

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