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American History

15 Legendary Sites Along The Underground Railroad

5. Dr. Richard Eells House – Illinois

5. Dr. Richard Eells House - Illinois
Dr. Richard Eells’ historic home, a vital sanctuary in the fight against slavery.

Dr. Richard Eells’ Quincy home served as a crucial safe house for escaping slaves. After his arrest for aiding a freedom seeker, Eells became a prominent figure in the anti-slavery movement. Today, the house is a National Historic Landmark. Learn about its significance: quincyundergroundrailroad.org.

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