Underground Railroad was a secret network of abolitionists during the early to mid-19th century who helped African Americans escape from enslavement in the American South to free Northern states.The Underground Railroad was not only dangerous, but also illegal and their activities resulted in freedom for many men, women, and children which also helped undermine the institution of slavery.
Weaver became the first African-American to hold a Cabinet position when he was appointed secretary of housing and urban development in 1966 by President Lyndon B. Johnson.
