Ran Away: Benjamin January 11, 1852
On January 11, 1852, Benjamin January, a 24-year-old enslaved man, ran away from his enslaver in Maryland. He traveled north to freedom, eventually settling in Canada. Benjamin's story is a reminder of the courage and determination of those who fought for their freedom during the era of slavery in the United States.
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Language | : | English |
File size | : | 689 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 309 pages |
Benjamin's Life in Slavery
Benjamin was born into slavery in Maryland in 1828. His enslaver was a man named Richard Bennett. Benjamin worked on Bennett's plantation, where he was forced to perform hard labor. He was beaten and whipped if he did not work hard enough. Benjamin lived in constant fear of being sold away from his family and friends.
Benjamin's Decision to Run Away
In 1852, Benjamin decided that he could no longer忍受the horrors of slavery. He planned his escape for months, carefully gathering food and supplies. On January 11th, Benjamin slipped away from Bennett's plantation and began his journey to freedom.
Benjamin's Journey to Freedom
Benjamin traveled north, following the Underground Railroad. The Underground Railroad was a network of secret routes and safe houses that helped enslaved people escape to freedom. Benjamin traveled by foot, by boat, and by train. He often had to hide from slave catchers and bounty hunters.
Benjamin's Arrival in Canada
After a long and dangerous journey, Benjamin finally reached Canada in 1853. He settled in the town of Chatham, Ontario. Benjamin was free at last.
Benjamin's Life in Canada
In Canada, Benjamin worked as a barber and a farmer. He also became active in the abolition movement, helping other enslaved people escape to freedom. Benjamin's story is a reminder of the courage and determination of those who fought for their freedom during the era of slavery in the United States.
Benjamin January's story is a powerful reminder of the strength and resilience of the human spirit. Despite the horrors of slavery, Benjamin never gave up hope. He fought for his freedom and eventually achieved it. Benjamin's story is an inspiration to us all to never give up on our dreams, no matter how difficult they may seem.
4.7 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 689 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 309 pages |
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Language | : | English |
File size | : | 689 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 309 pages |