Underground Railroad

The Underground Railroad was a major development that united a diverse group of people for a common goal. Slaves were able to escape and went to a free land where they were considered free. The slaves would have to live in seclusion to avoid being found by slave catchers and returned to the terrible conditions from which they fled. Helpers, also known as conductors, assisted many slaves on their journey to freedom by concealing them in secure places and provided the slaves with food and information needed to continue the expedition. The developments of the places used to hide fugitives were basic wagons, rooms, and closets. There were peculiar spaces like specially built shelters, tunnels, and improvised rooms in strange places. The risks to the slaves were enormous but acceptable in order to have a chance at freedom on the other side of the Mason-Dixon Line. The countless people that were willing to help at the risk of their own consequences were remarkable. The Underground Railroad was a great organization that was very well systematic with successful in helping slaves obtain the ultimate reward; freedom. The Underground Railroad helped African American slaves in the fight for human life, dignity, equality, and freedomAt this time in history, many states and territories were divided. Some states were anti-slavery, some were pro-slavery, and others were neutral. The anti-slavery states were the established western states and northern states. The pro-slavery states were south...

Underground Railroad

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