Central protagonist and enslaved man in 1863 Louisiana. After being separated from his family, he endures brutal treatment at a Confederate camp, instigates an escape, and evades pursuers through the swamps. Despite being ambushed by a slave catcher, he is saved by Union forces, recovers, and his branded back is photographed to rally anti-slavery sentiment. He later enlists in the 1st Louisiana Native Guard, demonstrates bravery in combat, and eventually reunites with his wife and children.
Peter's journey marks a profound temporal shift from passive endurance to active liberation.
Peter is the devoted husband of Dodienne, separated by slavery but bound by a vow to reunite.
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