In 19th century America, slaveholders frequently asserted that their enslaved individuals were satisfied with their bondage. However, numerous documented instances of attempted or successful escapes demonstrate a strong yearning for freedom among slaves. These escapes often used the Underground Railroad or were carried out independently. Notably, twelve of the most infamous and dramatic escape stories precede the American Civil War and played a significant role in influencing societal views, leading to the Thirteenth Amendment and the abolition of legalized slavery in the United States.
Slaveholders in 19th century America often claimed that enslaved individuals were content in bondage, yet many attempted or succeeded in escaping slavery.
Twelve remarkable and dramatic escapes from slavery before the Civil War are documented, highlighting the desire for freedom among enslaved people.
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