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How did the underground railroads look like?
The Underground Railroad was a network of escape routes that were described using railroad terms. 'Passengers' were runaway slaves fleeing from the South. Their guides were called 'conductors' and they led them from one 'station' to another. Escape routes stretched from the southern slave states into the North and on to Canada. Fugitives usually traveled secretly at night, and were hidden in 'safe houses', barns, and haylofts in the day. Thousands of antislavery campaigners, both black and white, risked their lives to operate the railway. There was no "map" as the people involved had to keep everything secret. Directions were passed orally from person to person as the need arose.
What made Harriet Tubman decide to leave the broads plantation and seek her freedom?
Harriet escaped because she was put up with working all the time. She had to take care of a baby at the age of 7. Then one day she escaped and used the Underground Railroad to freedom. Look at www.nationalgeographic.com/railroad/. She was an amazing woman and if she was still alive I would love to meet her.
Did some people disagree with slavery?
YES! Many people disagreed with slavery. One group is the slaves themselves. Another is a group of people that formed the underground railroad which I highly suggest you look into if you are interested in this subject.
Was there a place built in the underground railroad that people can visit now?
There are many places such as Flushing, Ohio. you just have to do the research. if you take the time, there are MANY MANY places. just take a look around bing or Google. i hope you find SOMETHING! ;)
How long must one work for the railroad full time to qualify for a railroad pension Under the Railroad Retirement Act?
I am thinking it is 10 years. If you want to research it yourself go to www.rrb.gov and look on the Railroad Retirement Boards website.
