The Slave Experience and the Underground

Please join the Irondequoit Historical Society and the Irondequoit Public Library on Thursday, October 2nd, as we welcome Jerry Bennett, a community development specialist at DePaul. This presentation will delve into the harrowing journey of enslaved individuals on a slave ship in the cramped quarters of the ship’s hold during their treacherous passage across the Atlantic - to the heartbreaking sale on the auction block in the American South. Jerry will also discuss life on the plantation, the courage of those who dared to escape, and the perilous journey to freedom along the routes of the Underground Railroad.
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to gain insight into the resilience and heroism of those who fought for freedom.
This event will be held at 7:00 PM in a first-floor meeting room of the Irondequoit Public Library, 1290 Titus Ave, 14617. The program is free and open to the public.

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