The Creal story begins with a young man born in Smith County, Mississippi abt 1843, who later became known as Henry Creal.  Later in his story, it will be revealed why his birth name is unknown.

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The plantation where Henry Creal was born is unknown also, but it is believed he was born on the Nichols or Nicholson Plantation in or near Smith County, Mississippi.

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At this crucial time in American History, Black People were treated with the most inhumane treatment ever received.  But as Henry Creal came of age, he was very determined to be FREE.