Yes, some forms of slavery are still technically legal in most U.S. states
Forced labor as punishment for crime is legal in many states due to an exception clause in the 13th Amendment of the U.S.
Ironton Tribune8d
Three area Underground Railroad sites get official recognition
The Appalachian Freedom Heritage Tourism Initiative has reached a significant milestone in its mission to document the region’s Underground Railroad history, with the first three of twenty-seven ...
Who is comedian Tony Hinchcliffe, who insulted Puerto Rico at Trump's Madison Square Garden rally?
Of the nearly 30 speakers who recently warmed up the crowd for Donald Trump at Madison Square Garden, comedian Tony ...
The Hockey News14d
Danny Hussa Commits To Vermont
Vermont has received a commitment from forward Danny Hussa, it was confirmed this past week. Hussa, a product of North Wales, Pa., is currently playing for the New Jersey Rockets 18U where he ...
wwmt15d
National Park Service adds Battle Creek sites to National Underground Railroad Network
BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Two sites in Battle Creek are being added by the National Park Service to the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom Program. The sites are related to the journey ...
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National Parks Traveler15d
National Park Service Adds 14 New Listings To The National Underground Railroad Network To Freedom Program
The National Park Service has added 14 new listings to the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom Program. The network highlights over 800 places and programs linked to the Underground ...
Berkshire Eagle16d
'New England Legends' shines spotlight on Hoosac Tunnel and Vermont witch trial in episode Halloween night
The latest episode, “Ghosts and Witches,” airing at 8:30 p.m. Halloween on Vermont Public television and 9 p.m. on New England Public Media (WGBY), features two Berkshire-related stories — the Hoosac ...
The Boston Globe17d
Ten museum shows to see in every New England state
But none surpasses their significance as wayfinding tools for enslaved people fleeing north on the Underground Railroad ... of Art at the University of Vermont, 61 Colchester Ave., ...
The Herald-Dispatch17d
Carroll House to be open during Civil War Days
Sunday will feature a reenactment. At 4 p.m. Saturday, there will be a presentation on harmonica tones used on the Underground Railroad.
Northcountrypublicradio.org18d
SUNY Plattsburgh exhibit is a love letter to Lake Champlain
The two-part exhibit titled "Climate’s Shipwreck Ballad" by Robin Lasser and "Transmutation Traces" by Marguerite Perret will be on display in the college's art museum through early December.
Investopedia18d
How Can I Check If an Old Railroad Bond Has Value?
Investopedia contributors come from a range of backgrounds, and over 25 years there have been thousands of expert writers and editors who have contributed. Andy Smith is a Certified Financial ...