1875: Death of George DeBaptiste, Underground Railroad figure in Detroit. Born in 1814, he played a crucial role in aiding escaped enslaved people and has a historic marker in Bricktown.

George DeBaptiste: Unsung Hero of the Underground Railroad | Feb 22

WKAR’s Jamie Paisley presents intriguing stories for each day in Michigan history. From name changes and iconic cities to arcane laws, Michigan Minute covers a wide variety of fascinatingly true tales from the Great Lake State. Interested in supporting the Michigan Minute?

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