An Address to Free Coloured Americans by Anti-slavery Convention of American Women

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Author Anti-slavery Convention of American Women
Title An Address to Free Coloured Americans
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Summary "An Address to Free Coloured Americans" by the Anti-slavery Convention of American Women is a historical document produced during the early 19th century, specifically in the late 1830s. This book serves as a crucial response to the injustices of slavery, aiming to unify free people of color in their moral and intellectual development while extending a passionate plea for the liberation of their enslaved brethren. Written in an era marked by heated debates over slavery, it reflects the growing abolitionist sentiment among women who were actively engaged in advocating for social change. In this address, the authors underscore the harrowing realities of slavery, articulating the mental, spiritual, and physical detriment it inflicts on individuals and communities. They call upon free colored Americans to embody moral integrity and intellectual ambition, arguing that their progress is vital for the abolition of slavery. The document advocates for education, community unity, and steadfast dedication to the principles of human rights and dignity, urging readers to reject the notion of racial inferiority perpetuated by slaveholders. Through inspiring examples of free and educated individuals of color who have overcome significant adversity, the address seeks to foster a sense of responsibility and hope among its audience, urging them to actively partake in the fight for freedom and equality. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861)
Subject African Americans
Subject Slavery -- United States -- Controversial literature
Subject African Americans -- Social conditions
Subject African Americans -- Colonization -- Africa
Subject Free African Americans -- United States
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EBook-No. 40799
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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