When We Were Colored

Eva Rutland’s memoir offers a compelling and honest account of growing up and living as a Black woman during the era of segregation and discrimination in America. The narrative explores her experiences as part of the African American Diaspora, including her move from the South to California with her family after World War II. Through personal reflections, Rutland captures the challenges and realities faced by Black families navigating a society marked by segregation and prejudice.