The shoemaker who helped slaves escape the South
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Thomas Smallwood: A Life Shaped by Enslavement and Freedom
This chapter explores the life of Thomas Smallwood, a former slave who achieved partial emancipation. It discusses the limitations and challenges faced by African Americans even after gaining freedom, such as restrictive laws and curfews. The chapter also delves into Smallwood's involvement in the colonization movement and his partnership with Charles Torrey in helping people escape slavery.
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