From the February 2, 2023, Wave, (Louisville, Ky) "Slaves explored, discovered cave paths at Mammoth Cave National Park" by Kelly Dean.
According to Molly Schroer, Public Affairs Officer at the park, "They were some of the first people to take our early visitors into the cave. But they also served as early explorers.
Over 200 years ago, black slaves worked in the cave to create gunpowder used during the War of 1812.
"What's ironic about the whole thing is they were working hard for us to keep our freedom while they didn't have theirs," said Schroer.
In the mid-1800s, slaves were used to not only act as tour guides, but also to go deep down into the caves to discover new paths.
Stephen Bishop was one of the first black tour guides who discovered miles and miles of trails that visitors today walk.
Helping the Cause Even Back Then. --Brock-Perry
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