#abolitionism

#abolitionism

Boston's history of fighting for freedom inspires modern activism against fossil fuels.

The Underground Railroad was a crucial network aiding slaves escape to freedom through secret routes and safe havens, involving various racial and ethnic alliances.

Mary Prince's autobiography challenged perceptions of Black humanity and was influential in the abolitionist movement.

Henry Box Brown's autobiography details his escape from slavery, underscoring the complexities of his experience despite being favored by his master.

Henry Box Brown famously escaped slavery by mailing himself in a box to abolitionists in Philadelphia, becoming an influential anti-slavery speaker.

Sojourner Truth's decision to leave slavery is a powerful assertion of freedom and moral agency.

Sojourner Truth was a prominent abolitionist and civil rights advocate who escaped slavery and fought for women's rights in the United States.

Bob the Drag Queen's imaginative book presents Harriet Tubman as a modern artist and superhero engaged in contemporary struggles for freedom.

Bishop Barber illustrates the resilience of Frederick Douglass during his moment of doubt after the Dred Scott decision, pointing out the importance of hope and faith.

Harriet Tubman was posthumously awarded the rank of one-star brigadier general, recognizing her military service and abolitionist contributions.

Harriet Jacobs' autobiography 'Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl' is a crucial primary document on slavery, showcasing her journey from enslavement to freedom.

The Agitators examines the complex friendship between Susan B. Anthony and Frederick Douglass and its impact on women's rights and abolitionism.

David Walker's 'The Appeal' was a radical abolitionist text calling for immediate action against slavery and revealing the hypocrisy of American society.