

The untold true story of four brave women who served as key espionage agents and turned the tide of the American Civil War in favor of the North, risking life and liberty to help win the war and preserve democracy. A Richmond Socialite and her daughter, a formerly enslaved African-American, and a courtesan build the first successful female spy ring.

It seems all of Richmond Virginia is celebrating Independence Day 1860 until a slave wagon appears; among its sickly occupants is Mary Jane Richards, who is being questioned by Slave Patrol Officer Pike.
Aired: 2/26/2026
As Mary Jane recovers, the Van Lew family prepares to transport runaway Robert Ford across the border to the safety of the North...nearly getting caught by Laurette when smuggling him out. For Elizabeth, this is their last Underground Railroad duty.
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