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African American abolitionists

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

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Frederick Douglass Collection

 Collection
Identifier: MS202
Abstract

Frederick Douglass (c. 1817-1895) was an abolitionist, orator, and writer. In 1838, Douglass escaped from his Maryland enslaver, and over time became one of the most celebrated abolitionists and social reformers of the 19th century. This collection of 11 original documents and 6 copies contains Frederick Douglass’ bill of sale, correspondence, newspaper clippings, and additional copies of correspondence.

Dates: 1845 - 1900