Suriname: 'Joanna' (Stedman's Surinamese wife), from John Gabriel Stedman, 'Narrative of a Five Years Expedition, against the Revolted Negroes of Surinam', London, 1796

Stedman met Joanna, a mulatto slave, soon after arriving in Surinam. Stedman was captivated by Joanna's looks and charm, and they soon began a romance. Before long they had a son together, named Johnny.

Throughout his Narrative, Stedman praises Joanna's character and sweet nature. He often describes instances of her loyalty and devotion to him through his absences and illnesses.

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