Gladys Love Smith: Elvis's Mother & Her Family's Struggles in Early 1900s Mississippi

On April 25, 1912, Gladys Love Smith, Elvis Presley’s mother, was born in Pontotoc County, Mississippi. In this video, we dive into the early life of Elvis' family, uncovering the births of Bob and Doll’s children and the challenges they faced, including the high infant mortality rate in the early 1900s. Discover the stories of Effie Smith, Lillian Smith, and the hardships Doll faced battling tuberculosis while raising her growing family. We also explore the difficult life of a sharecropper in rural Mississippi, and the importance of family unity as they moved between farms in search of better opportunities. Learn about the Smith family's resilience, their ties to church communities, and how Bob and Doll's children shaped the Presley legacy. Stay tuned for the next episode as we follow Gladys Love Smith's journey to adulthood! Subscribe now to continue exploring Elvis’s rich family history!

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