Celebrate Black History Month with Richard Moody, an amateur historian, as he deepens your understanding of slavery and the Underground Railroad in New Jersey.
His presentation delves into the origins of the slave trade, the harrowing Middle Passage, and the gradual abolition of slavery in New Jersey and neighboring states.
Moody highlights the crucial roles of “conductors” and “safe houses” in aiding escaping slaves, featuring notable figures like Harriet Tubman and William Still.
He also details the routes taken by escaping slaves through New Jersey, emphasizing the significance of various locations and individuals in the Underground Railroad network.
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