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“I know that the blacks, take them half enlightened and ignorant, are more humane and merciful than the most enlightened and refined European that can be found in all the earth.”

Quote by David Walker

Work

Walker's Appeal

Published in 1829, Walker's Appeal is a significant piece of abolitionist literature written by David Walker, an African American abolitionist and former slave. The work is a powerful call to arms against slavery, urging African Americans to rise up and fight for their freedom. It is considered a landmark in the abolitionist movement and a testament to the author's passionate advocacy for the end of slavery. more

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David Walker
David Walker

David Walker, born on September 27, 1796 in Charleston, South Carolina, was a prominent pamphleteer in the United States. His works primarily focused on the moral and religious issues of slavery, advocating for the liberation of slaves. Although his life was short, his influence was profound, making him an important figure in the American abolitionist movement. more

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