About this episode

This episode explores the story of Nelson Hackett, a fugitive slave, and his journey from Fayetteville to Canada, including his extradition back to Arkansas and his lasting impact on modern Fayetteville.

The story of Nelson Hackett, a fugitive slave, his trip from Fayetteville to Canada and his extradition back to Arkansas, and his ultimate legacy that is still relevant in modern day Fayetteville

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