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John F. Baker Jr.
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John F. Baker Jr.

For thirty years John Baker has been gathering information about the Wessyngton Plantation after discovering that his grandmother's paternal grandparents, Emanuel and Henny Washington had been slaves there. He has dedicated his work to tracing African... Read full bio

Author Revealed:
Q. What is your motto or maxim?
A. Never give up on your dreams.
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John F. Baker Jr. Revealed
About John F. Baker Jr.
  • What is your birthdate?:
    12/31
  • Previous occupations:
    Inventory specialist, call center supervisor at Verizon Wireless
  • Favorite job:
    Historical and genealogical research
  • High school and/or college:
    Springfield High School, Springfield, TN, Nashville Tech, Nashville, TN
  • Name of your favorite composer or music artist?:
    Patti Labelle and Luther Vandross
  • Favorite television show:
    Roots by Alex Haley
Revealing Questions
Q. How would you describe your life in only 8 words?
A. Devoted to family.
Q. What is your motto or maxim?
A. Never give up on your dreams.
Q. If you could acquire any talent, what would it be?
A. Mastering the piano and saxophone
Q. What is your favorite occupation, when you’re not writing?
A. Singing and drawing
Q. If you could eat only one thing for the rest of your days, what would it be?
A. Peach cobbler
Q. What are your 5 favorite songs?
A. My Soul's Been Anchored in the Lord and Jesus, Your the Center of My Joy,