The Underground Railroad quilts theory

The Underground Railroad quilts theory suggests that enslaved people used quilts with specific patterns as a covert communication system to share information about safe routes, hideouts, and escape strategies. Proponents believe that these quilts contained symbols and codes, enabling those escaping slavery to navigate safely without attracting attention. However, there is limited historical evidence supporting this idea; many scholars view it as a modern myth rather than established fact. While the concept highlights the ingenuity and solidarity of enslaved communities, it remains speculative rather than a verified method used during the actual Underground Railroad period.