to Mississippi, because of the harsh circumstances of living after the American Civil War. Prior to living in Alabama, David Ruffin's great-grandparents, John and Clara Ruffin, had moved from Bertie County, North Carolina. John Ruffin was a Civil War veteran, fighting with the 14th United States Colored Heavy Artillery Regiment.

Childhood and adolescence

Ruffin's father was strict and at times

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