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Alexander Milton Ross, a renowned ornithologist, walked the plantation fields in the Deep South, freely and with permission. However, Ross was no ordinary birdman - he was an undercover Abolitionist with a mission to spread the word about the Underground Railroad to the men and women living in slavery.
Tasked with a daring and dangerous undertaking, Ross possessed intimate knowledge of the routes, the location of the safe houses, and the best ways to head to freedom in Canada. As he ventured through the plantations, ostensibly to study the birdlife, his true purpose was to connect with the enslaved individuals and provide them with the necessary information to embark on their journey to liberty.
Risking everything, Ross undertook this perilous mission, driven by an unwavering determination to bring freedom and dignity to the heroic men and women enslaved in the American south. His actions, though largely forgotten over time, serve as a testament to the bravery and selflessness of those who fought tirelessly against the abhorrent institution of slavery.
Through his covert operations, Ross played a crucial role in the Underground Railroad, a clandestine network that facilitated the escape of enslaved individuals to the North and ultimately, to Canada, where they could find refuge and the promise of a better life. His efforts, though fraught with danger, were instrumental in providing the enslaved with the means to exercise their inalienable right to freedom.
The forgotten life and true adventures of this daring Abolitionist offer a poignant glimpse into a pivotal chapter of American history. His story serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices and courageous acts undertaken by those who sought to eradicate the scourge of slavery and champion the cause of human dignity.
This captivating narrative is accompanied by historical notes, which provide valuable context and further insights into the pivotal role played by the Underground Railroad and its most daring operatives, such as Alexander Milton Ross, in the ongoing struggle for emancipation and social justice.
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publisher | ‎Red Deer Press; Illustrated edition (February 1, 2019) | ||||
language | ‎English | ||||
hardcover | ‎48 pages | ||||
isbn_10 | ‎0889955069 | ||||
isbn_13 | ‎978-0889955066 | ||||
reading_age | ‎6 - 10 years | ||||
grade_level | ‎1 - 5 | ||||
item_weight | ‎14.4 ounces | ||||
dimensions | ‎8.5 x 0.38 x 11 inches | ||||
best_sellers_rank | #3,362,485 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #469 in Children's American Civil War Era History Books #3,764 in Children's Historical Biographies (Books) #4,733 in Children's Multicultural Biographies | ||||
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