Representation of the Box

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by Henry Box Brown & Charles Stearns
published on 16 May 2025

Representation of the Box — Representation of the box in which Henry Box Brown was shipped to freedom in 1849. After his successful escape from slavery, many others were inspired to try the same. Image from the *Narrative of Henry Box Brown,* 1849.

Boston Public Library.

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Stearns, H. B. B. &. C. (2025, May 16). Representation of the Box. World History Encyclopedia. Retrieved from https://www.worldhistory.org/image/20454/representation-of-the-box/

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