Ripley, Ohio--a Big Step Toward Freedom

The Rankin House, on top of a high ridge overlooking Ripley. This house was a "station" on the Underground Railroad.

Implements near another important Underground Railroad house down near the Ohio River in Ripley. I believe the owner was also involved in the casting of metals, hence these steel pots.

The Ohio River from Rankin House, and the town of Ripley below. The Ohio River was a very important goal for escaped slaves. Though still in danger from slave-hunters, crossing the river was an important step toward freedom. A large towboat makes its way upriver.