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Be Free or Die

The Amazing Story of Robert Smalls' Escape from Slavery to Union Hero

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Be Free or Die

De: Cate Lineberry
Narrado por: J. D. Jackson
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Facing death rather than enslavement - a story of one man's triumphant choice and ultimate rise to national hero.

It was a mild May morning in Charleston, South Carolina, in 1862, the second year of the Civil War, when a 23-year-old slave named Robert Smalls did the unthinkable and boldly seized a Confederate steamer. With his wife and two young children hidden on board, Smalls and a small crew ran a gauntlet of heavily armed fortifications in Charleston Harbor and delivered the valuable vessel and the massive guns it carried to nearby Union forces.

To be unsuccessful was a death sentence for all. Smalls' courageous and ingenious act freed him and his family from slavery and immediately made him a Union hero while simultaneously challenging much of the country's view of what African-Americans were willing to do to gain their freedom.

After his escape, Smalls served in numerous naval campaigns off Charleston as a civilian boat pilot and eventually became the first Black captain of an Army ship. In a particularly poignant moment Smalls even bought the home that he and his mother had once served in as house slaves.

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Extremely well done!

This book not only does an excellent job of recounting Robert Smalls extraordinary life, pursuit of freedom and contributions to this country, it also gives the reader a feel for the complex climate of the times by examining the political policies and players involved that lead to and followed the failed rebellious coup of the Confederacy.

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Thank you for this history!

In telling Smalls' story, Cate Lineberry has dignified African-Americans with their God-given right to life, liberty and property!
I have come to know a compassionate and kind people, the Gullah and their culture. As an avid reader of history, I have thoroughly enjoyed the historical role of South Carolina's Charleston, Beaufort & the Sea Isalnds. What a treassure trove of historical gems!
But a pity, the whites could not rise to the gracious perspective, generous spirit and neighborly love exemplified by Robert Smalls with what the Scriptures taught.

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The courage of Smalls and others at such a volatile.

We should know this name, Robert Smalls.The courage of Smalls and others at such a volatile.

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An Incredible story

Rich with detail and historic context context this excellent biography is not to be missed.

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Nicely written

There aren’t many black heros written about. Thank you for sharing this information about Robert Smalls!

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unsung American hero

This was a great story about a great man. I hope he some day gets the recognition he most decidedly deserves.

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Remarkable person

Read like a novel. Well written, informative, easy read. Recommend highly. Important time in American history.

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very good book

outstanding take on history about a person who lived the true meaning of free man and dedication to service of his country

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A Story That Needs To Be Heard...

I searched this out after hearing a podcast that summed up Smalls' life in 20 minutes (and wanting more). This is genuinely an American Story that deserves to be heard, and needs to be told...
While listening, I was at first put off a bit by the narrators' "imitations" of historic characters' quotations - I felt it was distracting and a bit hokey at first... the more I listened, the more I realized that the way this is executed is actually the best possible way to handle the numerous quotes.
This mans' story should absolutely be conveyed in the medium of film. What an epic life Smalls led, and what an impact he had.
I genuinely enjoyed learning about this inspiring man and the lives that intertwined with him. An awesome book, and well read. So grateful to Cate Lineberry for telling this tale, and illuminating me.

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powerful mostly unheard of history. narrator made it easy listen as well thank you

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