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HOW SHE ESCAPED 24 YEARS OF SLAVERY

History Hyenas with Chris Distefano and Yannis Pappas

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Freedom's Journey: From Slavery to Community

This chapter presents a vibrant retelling of runaway slaves seeking freedom, focusing on their cultural integration in Philadelphia and the impact of the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850. It contrasts American and English attitudes towards slavery while highlighting a family's brave return to Georgia to educate freed African-Americans. The discussion weaves history, identity, and humor into a narrative about reinvestment in one’s roots and the diverse aspirations of individuals throughout American history.

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