Bold Escape Plan
Smalls orchestrated a daring escape under the cover of darkness, cleverly disguising himself as the white captain to navigate past Confederate defenses. With his family and fellow enslaved individuals aboard, he successfully delivered a Confederate ship and its weaponry to Union forces. This audacious act not only secured their freedom but also earned Smalls a significant reward, allowing him to reclaim his former owner's home after the war.In this clip
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