Running a Thousand Miles for Freedom

"Running a Thousand Miles for Freedom" is a compelling narrative that chronicles the remarkable escape of Ellen and William Craft from slavery in the pre-Civil War United States. The Crafts, a married couple, ingeniously devise a daring plan where Ellen, who appears white, poses as a young Southern gentleman, while William, her husband, serves as her devoted slave. The book vividly captures the harrowing journey as the couple embarks on a perilous trek from Georgia to Philadelphia, navigating through a hostile landscape and risking discovery at every turn. Written by William Craft, the narrative provides a firsthand account of their audacious escape, shedding light on the hardships faced by enslaved individuals and the lengths to which some went to attain freedom. This historical memoir serves as a poignant testament to the resilience, resourcefulness, and courage of those who sought liberty amidst the darkness of slavery.

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