Ona Judge

1773 – 1848

Ona Judge was an enslaved African American woman who gained notoriety for her daring escape from the household of George Washington, the first President of the United States. Her pursuit of freedom led her to New Hampshire, where she lived independently, embodying the struggle against the systemic oppression of slavery. Judge's courageous actions have made her a symbol of resistance and the quest for personal autonomy in the face of overwhelming societal constraints.