The Reverse Underground Railroad in Ohio

by David Meyers and Elise Meyers Walker

Book Overview

Prior to the Civil War, thousands escaped slavery via the Underground Railroad. Untold others failed in the attempt.

These unfortunate souls were dragged into bondage via the Reverse Underground Railroad, as it came to be called. With more lines on both roads than any other state, the Free State of Ohio became a hunting ground for slavecatchers and kidnappers who roamed the North with impunity, seeking fugitives or any person of...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1467150843
• ISBN13: 9781467150842
• Release Date: January 2022
• Publisher: History Press
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 8.9"