[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 22 (Tuesday, February 5, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E130]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




RECOGNIZING THE BICENTENNIAL ANNIVERSARY OF THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD IN 
                             NORTH CAROLINA

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                            HON. MARK WALKER

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 5, 2019

  Mr. WALKER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the bicentennial 
anniversary of the Underground Railroad in North Carolina. With the 
first known stop of the Underground Railroad being in Guilford County, 
this portion of North Carolina's Sixth Congressional District became a 
refuge for slaves seeking hope and freedom. I am proud to stand and 
reflect on the brave individuals like Vestal Coffin and his family, New 
Garden Quakers who sacrificed immensely for the cause of freedom and 
justice. In honor of the bicentennial anniversary of the North Carolina 
Underground Railroad, Guilford County will be hosting several 
ceremonies, forums, and educational events. As we celebrate National 
African American History Month, I join the citizens of Guilford County 
and North Carolina in recognizing this important moment in our nation's 
history.

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