Yarrow Mamout was born 1707 CE (1118 AH) in Africa, he was enslaved and shipped to the Americas, arriving in 1731 CE (1143 AH).
He was owned by the Bell family, where he was employed as a brick maker. He was later emancipated.
His life in Maryland
He was well known in Maryland, being an African free Muslim., and was regarded as a diligent worker and successful business man. And it was through his business dealings that he acquired his own house.
The 1820 CE (1235 AH) census listed Yarrow Marmood as having a family
Reports inform us that he was often observed singing praises to Allah, in the public streets all the time. He was also known to stop whatever he was doing and perform the five daily prayers. Reports also record that he avoided Pork and alcohol.
Charles Wilson Peale
In 1819 CE (1234 AH) Yarrow became known to Charles the artist, who drew the portrait, which is currently owned by the historical society of Pennsylvania. He was believed to be 112 at the time of the portrait.
No comments:
Post a Comment