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Calumny Refuted by Facts From Liberia With Extracts From the Inaugural Address of the Coloured President Roberts; an Eloquent Speech of Hilary Teage, a Coloured Senator; and Extracts From a Discourse by H. H. Garnett, a Fugitive Slave, on the Past and Present Condition, and Destiny of the Coloured Race. Presented to the Boston Anti-slavery Bazaar, U.S., By the Author of "A Tribute for the Negro."

By Wilson Armistead

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Witness the rise of a nation and the voices that defied prejudice, proving the intellectual and leadership capabilities of a people long underestimated.

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2012-10-15
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"Calumny Refuted by Facts From Liberia" by Wilson Armistead, is a 19th-century exposé designed to shatter racist beliefs about Black people by showcasing the thriving Liberian community. Through powerful speeches and writings from leaders like President Roberts, Senator Teage, and former slave H.H. Garnett, the book spotlights their intelligence, leadership, and dedication to equality, revealing a society built on strong moral principles and effective governance. Armed with these first-hand accounts, Armistead boldly confronts the prejudices of his time, advocating for the recognition of Black people’s potential when given freedom and opportunity.

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