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The Abolition Movement: A Fight Against Slavery in the 1830s

In the 1830s, a movement emerged with the goal of ending slavery, encompassing efforts for emancipation and colonization. Learn about key figures, such as William Lloyd Garrison and Harriet Tubman, and the challenges faced in spreading the abolitionist message. Discover how the Underground Railroad helped slaves escape and the opposition faced from those who feared economic repercussions. Explore the complexities and triumphs of the movement to end slavery.

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The Abolition Movement: A Fight Against Slavery in the 1830s

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  1. The Movement to End Slavery

  2. I. Abolition

  3. A. Ending Slavery • In the 1830’s a movement formed seeking abolition – an end of slavery • Some wanted emancipation – to free the slaves • Possible Problems a. b. c.

  4. B. Colonization Movement • Some wanted to send the slaves back to Africa • The American Colonization Society a. Formed by Robert Finney b. Founded Monrovia in Liberia – 12,000 former slaves settled there • Possible Problems a. b. c.

  5. II. Spreading the Abolitionist Message

  6. A. American Anti-Slavery Society • Founded by William Lloyd Garrison • supported emancipation and equality • Split in the 1840’s over speed of emancipation and women’s rights

  7. B. Other Abolitionists

  8. Angelina and Sarah Grimke – came from a slave holding family in South Carolina

  9. 2. Sojourner Truth

  10. Fredrick Douglass a. Escaped from slavery b. Became a leader in the movement

  11. III. The Underground Railroad

  12. A. Escaping slavery • The Underground Railroad was a network of people that helped slaves escape • Conductors would hide fugitives in “stations”

  13. B. Harriet Tubman • Escaped slavery in 1849 • Helped more than 300 people escape • Made 19 trips • Called Moses by the slaves

  14. IV. Opposition to Abolition Abolition

  15. In the North they feared slaves would come North and take jobs

  16. In the South they argued 1. Slavery was essential to the economy 2. African Americans would not be able to take care of themselves

  17. House of Representatives passed a gag rule 1. Abolitionists petitions could not be discussed 2. violated the 1st Amendment

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