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Black Minqua The Life and Times of Henry Green

Posted on September 9, 2013 by willsa
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William C. Goodridge – Businessman & Abolitionist

Posted on March 22, 2010 by admin

William Goodridge, born into slavery, achieved freedom, business success and was a prominent figure in the Underground Railroad. Address: 123 E. Philadelphia St. YORK, PA, 17401 (Courtesy of Pennsylvania Civil War Trails)

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Caledonia Furnace UGRR Historical Marker

Posted on March 22, 2010 by admin

Dedicated 5/11/1996, this city marker reads, “Erected in 1837 by Thaddeus Stevens and James D. Paxton. Stevens’ antislavery stand led to its destruction by Gen. Jubal Early, June 26, 1863, on his way to York during the early Gettysburg campaign.” … Continue reading →

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Frederick Douglass and John Brown Historical Marker

Posted on March 22, 2010 by admin

Dedicated 8/21/1994, this roadside marker reads, “The two abolitionists met at a stone quarry here, Aug. 19-21, 1859, and discussed Brown’s plans to raid the federal arsenal at Harpers Ferry. He urged Douglass to join an armed demonstration against slavery. … Continue reading →

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