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Frederick Douglass's Two-Day Escape North (1838)

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The Role of Community in Douglass's Escape to Freedom

This chapter examines Frederick Douglass's perilous journey to New York City in 1838 as he escapes slavery. It emphasizes the vital support from community members and explores the broader implications of secrecy within the abolitionist movement.

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