Donald Simpson's study of the black communities in,Upper Canada before 1867 is a valuable,contribution to our understanding of how the,Underground Railroad (UGRR) undermined slavery in,the US. Based on detailed research, he examines,what happened to fugitive slaves and free blacks,who fled to Canada, especially after the Fugitive,Slave Act of 1850. Many of them returned to the US,to fight in the Civil War, demonstrating their,commitment to freedom and justice for all.

"A Publication of the Harriet Tubman Resource Centre on the African Diaspora, York University." Based on the author's dissertation (Ph.D.).

Black immigration to Upper Canada -- Religion and Black identity -- Blacks and the press in Upper Canada -- Societies to aid Black immigrants -- The education of Blacks in Upper Canada -- Development of Black communities, 1850-1870.