“Aristocracy is always cruel.”
Quote by Wendell Phillips
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No Slave-Hunting in the Old Bay State: An Appeal to the People and Legislature of Massachusetts -- Including, Toussaint L'Ouverture
This book is a compilation of arguments and appeals against the practice of capturing and selling enslaved individuals in the state of Massachusetts. It includes contributions from the influential Haitian revolutionary leader, Toussaint L'Ouverture, offering his perspective on the issue. The text serves as a historical record of the anti-slavery movement in the early 19th century. more
Author
Wendell Phillips
Wendell Phillips was a distinguished American lawyer, abolitionist, and orator. Born on November 29, 1811, he was a leading figure in the abolitionist movement and a vocal opponent of slavery. Known for his eloquent speeches and advocacy for civil rights, Phillips passed away on February 2, 1884. more
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