How have I never heard of Robert Smalls?I’m betting you haven’t either. Smalls was an antebellum slave and real-life action hero who fought without permission in the Civil War and pulled off one of the most daring heists in American military history.Support the show by becoming a Patron at Patreon.com/itshometownhistoryVisit us online at itshometownhistory.com Episode Sponsors:Get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month by going to Mintmobile.com/hometown
