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Searching for a Warship Lost for 150 Years | Underground Railroad The Secret History | Season 1 Episode 4
The waterways of North America become lifelines to freedom as this episode explores daring escapes along the Underground Railroad. Discover how Robert Smalls commandeered a Confederate warship and sailed his family to safety, while 77 enslaved people attempted a desperate escape aboard the Pearl. In Detroit, secret networks of abolitionists and Indigenous communities helped freedom seekers cross into Canada. Underwater archaeology and new discoveries reveal the courage, risks, and lasting legacy of these remarkable journeys.
Discover the hidden history of the Underground Railroad and the courageous people who risked everything in pursuit of freedom. Through archaeological discoveries, cutting-edge technology, historical research, and powerful personal stories, this documentary series uncovers forgotten escape routes, secret shelters, and communities that resisted slavery. From hidden pathways to remarkable acts of bravery, it reveals an extraordinary chapter of American history and the enduring legacy of those who fought for liberty.
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