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Robert Smalls: How He Captured a Ship to Escape From Slavery to Freedom

Who Is Robert Smalls? Robert Smalls was one of the most accomplished men of the 19th century. A ship’s pilot and Captain who fought in 17 engagements during the Civil War, he eventually would be commissioned a Major General in … Continue reading

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