“Whereas, Slavery, throughout its entire existence in the United States is none other than a most barbarous, unprovoked, and unjustifiable War of one portion of its citizens upon another portion; the only conditions of which are perpetual imprisonment, and hopeless servitude or absolute extermination; in utter disregard and violation of those eternal and self-evident truths set forth in our Declaration of Independence.”
Quote by John Brown
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The Public Life of Capt. John Brown, with an Auto-biography of His Childhood and Youth
This book offers an in-depth look at the life of Captain John Brown, focusing on his public career. It also includes an introspective account of his early years and formative experiences. more
Author
John Brown
John Brown, a prominent abolitionist, was born on May 9, 1800, and died on December 2, 1859. He is known for his extreme abolitionist actions and ideas, particularly for his planning of the Harpers Ferry raid in 1859 to free slaves. more
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