Speaker or author: Remond, Charles Lenox, 1810-1873
Newspaper or publication: Frederick Douglass' Paper
Brief overview of a speech expressing an appreciation for the endurance of African Americans who were dealing with the cruelties of slavery and prejudice. The speaker encouraged them to defend their rights even if it meant being "traitors" to the government.
Description of file(s): PDF 1 page, 156 word document (text and image)
Date published: 1851-11-05
Subjects: Abolitionists--United States; African American abolitionists; Antislavery movements--United States; Slavery; United States--History--19th century
Keywords: oppression; prejudice; Rhode Island Anti-Slavery Society; self-improvement
Organization: Rhode Island Anti-Slavery Society
Publication type: Newspapers; Speeches