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作者:Michael Conrad 13 年以前

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John Brown

John Brown was a significant figure in the anti-slavery movement in the United States, particularly known for his raid on Harper's Ferry. This event marked a turning point that set the nation on the path to civil war.

John Brown

Why is John Brown signifigant to the anti-slavery movement?

Aftermath of the Trial

http://www.laughtergenealogy.com/bin/histprof/misc/harpersferry.html
Defeat of the rebellion granted Robert E. Lee prestige as a military leader.
Letter to his family; "Abhor slavery"

Trial of John Brown

http://www.u-s-history.com/pages/h90.html
Brown would not compromise those who helped him.
Brown was not insane.
Brown was fully aware of his actions.

Harper's Ferry

Started the U.S. on the road to civil war.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wh5kHly3BwQ
Encouraged slaves to rebel against their masters.