Encyclopedia of the underground railroad / J. Blaine Hudson.
| Author/creator | Hudson, J. Blaine |
| Format | Book |
| Publication Info | Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Co., ©2006. |
| Description | vii, 308 pages : illustrations, maps ; 27 cm |
| Supplemental Content | Table of contents |
| Subjects |
| Abstract | "Fugitive slaves were reported in the American colonies as early as the 1640s, and escapes escalated with the growth of slavery over the next two hundred years. By the onset of the Civil War in 1861, the Underground Railroad included members, defined stops, set escape routes and a code language"--Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (p. 288-300) and index. |
| LCCN | 2005037582 |
| ISBN | 0786424591 (illustrated case : alk. paper) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | Reference Stacks | E450 .H855 2006 | ✔ Available |