The Underground Railroad
Overview
Young Cora embarks on a perilous quest for liberation in the antebellum South, fleeing her life on a Georgia plantation. In her search for the fabled Underground Railroad, she finds it’s more than just a legend; it’s a real network of tracks and tunnels operated by dedicated engineers and conductors. This hidden railway offers her hope and danger as she navigates her path to freedom, illuminating the harsh realities and resilient spirit of the enslaved during this harrowing chapter in history.
Episodes
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Chapter 1: Georgia
Caesar persuades Cora to flee from the oppressive Randall plantation in Georgia, setting them on a transformative path. As they embark on their peril...
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Chapter 2: South Carolina
In Griffin, South Carolina, a facade of advancement and racial unity masks troubling truths, particularly involving the enigmatic figures of "Bessie" ...
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Chapter 3: North Carolina
Cora arrives in a perilous small town in North Carolina, where she is forced to hide in the attic of an abolitionist. As she seeks refuge, the risk of...
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Chapter 4: The Great Spirit
In this episode, a young Arnold Ridgeway embarks on a journey of self-discovery as he grapples with his faith in The Great Spirit. As he navigates the...
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Chapter 5: Tennessee - Exodus
Cora, taken prisoner by Ridgeway, embarks on a harrowing trek through the desolate landscape of Tennessee. Alongside her is Jasper, a courageous fello...
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Chapter 6: Tennessee - Proverbs
In Chapter 6, titled "Tennessee - Proverbs," Arnold Ridgeway embarks on a journey back home, only to discover that the past continues to haunt him. Me...
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Chapter 7: Fanny Briggs
Let the fire burn.
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Chapter 8: Indiana Autumn
Royal introduces Cora to Valentine Farm, a vibrant Black community and vineyard flourishing in the rich Indiana landscape. Despite the promise of a ne...
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Chapter 9: Indiana Winter
Cora's status as a fugitive stirs unrest within the Valentine community. Just when she starts to feel settled and accepted, turmoil erupts, threatenin...
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Chapter 10: Mabel
This poignant narrative explores the profound journey of motherhood, where cycles of life blur the lines between beginnings and endings for both the m...
