The Durhams of Fairfield

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The book delves into the genealogy of an African American family, tracing the lineage of Debra Uzzel back to the enslaved Gobi Durham and his family in South Carolina. It highlights the family's journey, including their relocation to Texas and the establishment of the Durham surname in Freestone County. The narrative reveals the lives of Gobi's sons, who became significant figures in their community, with some descendants still farming in the area today. Debra Uzzel is notably a sixth-generation descendant of Allen Durham, connecting past and present.