1923 Centennial Illustrating Arrival of Runaway Slaves

Notes:

Carl Lindegren, driver of covered wagon with mule. Mrs. Frederick Gorton and unknown boy stand next to wagon, all in black face and period dress. According to the Ypsilanti Press, which contains this photo, it illustrates the arrival of runaway slaves in Ypsilanti through the underground railroad.

Date Issued:

1923-01-01T00:00:00Z

Data Provider:

University of Michigan. Libraries

Collection:

Ypsilanti Historical Society Photo Archives

Subject Topic:

1923, 1920s, Ypsilanti Centennial, covered wagon, black face, Carl Lindegren, Mrs. Frederick Gorton, underground railroad

Language:

UND

Rights:

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