The Underground Railroad in Metamora

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This documentary reveals the largely unknown history of Metamora, Illinois, a crucial and dangerous stop on the Underground Railroad. Before his presidency, Abraham Lincoln defended local conductors who risked everything to help Freedom Seekers. The film explores how this contentious issue pitted neighbor against neighbor, turning the small town into a battleground for freedom and preserving the stories of its brave abolitionists for future generations.

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Directed by

Levi Obery

Starring

Larry A McClellan, Jack Weddle, Laure Adams, John Obery, Jack Voelker