Film

Escape to the Great Dismal Swamp

2018 · Documentary

IMDb

6.7

In the 1800s, southern newspapers ran ads seeking runaway slaves suspected of taking refuge in a vast wetland called the Great Dismal Swamp. For decades, scholars have sought proof that the reports were true, and now they finally have it. See how a team of archaeologists is using new discoveries and modern dating methods to piece together this lost part of American history. Then discover what life was like for these brave men and women, who chose to suffer in the swamp and keep their freedom rather than live under the conditions of slavery.

• Andreas GutzeitDirector

Release date

February 19, 2018

Status

Released

Original language

English

Revenue

$44

Genres

Documentary