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A voice from Harper's Ferry; a narrative of events at Harper's Ferry : $b with incidents prior and subsequent to its capture by Captain Brown and his men

By Osborne P. (Osborne Perry) Anderson

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Witness the gripping, firsthand account of the raid on Harper's Ferry, where a band of revolutionaries sought to ignite the flames of abolition and change the course of American history.

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2024-06-16
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Summary

"A Voice from Harper's Ferry" by Osborne P. Anderson is a recounting of the infamous 1859 raid on Harper's Ferry, as told by one of John Brown's own men. Through Anderson's eyes, the story reveals the group's intentions, the meticulous planning that took place under a veil of secrecy, and the unwavering faith that fueled their actions, portraying John Brown as a modern-day Moses leading a fight for liberation. Anderson highlights the moral battles within the abolitionist movement and emphasizes the crucial need to document the struggle against slavery, promising to unveil the personal and collective sacrifices of those who risked everything for freedom.

About the Author

Osborne Perry Anderson was an African-American abolitionist and the only surviving African-American member of John Brown's raid on Harpers Ferry. He became a soldier in the Union Army during the American Civil War.

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