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Secrets of the Underground Railroad found in ancient NC swamp

Whether they realize it or not, the thousands who go hiking, biking or boating at Dismal Swamp State Park have passed near remnants of the Underground Railroad - and relics from the communities of free Black families who chose to make that swamp their home.
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Whether they realize it or not, the thousands who go hiking, biking or boating at Dismal Swamp State Park have passed near remnants of the Underground Railroad - and relics from the communities of free Black families who chose to make that swamp their home.

Reporter : Ken Smith
Photographer : Rick Armstrong
Web Editor : Heather Leah
Posted 2023-02-06T17:02:47-0500 - Updated 2023-02-06T17:02:47-0500