The night has finally arrived when all of Robert's work and planning will come to fruition. With the Captain and the other white officers gone, Robert and his compatriots bring their families aboard the CSS Planter , stealing the ship... and themselves.

Born a slave but destined for greatness, Robert Smalls became a Captain in the Union Navy by stealing a Confederate ship. Decades later, retired Congressman Robert Smalls sits down with his grandson to tell the story of his life. Based on historical events.