Mary Turner: A Young Black Woman Dehumanized

Mary Turner's tragic story begins with her birth in 1899 and marriage to Hazel Turner. They moved to Brooks County, where they worked for Anton Smith, a plantation owner known for abusing black workers. After Smith's murder, Mary, eight months pregnant, denied her husband's involvement and faced a brutal lynching by a white mob. Her unborn child was also killed. The mob's actions were meant to maintain white supremacy. The aftermath saw over 500 African Americans fleeing Brooks County. A historical marker was dedicated to Mary Turner in 2010.

How did the mob respond to Mary Turner's denial of her husband's involvement?

What was the outcome for the African American community in Brooks County following the events surrounding Mary Turner?