Beginning Date
Sunday, September 9, 1849
Starting Point
On Sunday, September 9, 1849, a group of eight freedom seekers attempted to cross the Ohio river on a skiff. But the small boat capsized, and four of the freedom seekers were tragically drowned. The other four cried for help, were brought ashore by a passer-by, who ushered them to jail and back into slavery.
Escape Numbers
8
Outcome
Recapture/Death