An Apology for Abolitionists / Addressed by the Anti-Slavery Society of Meriden, Conn., to Their Fellow Citizens

"An Apology for Abolitionists," originally addressed by the Anti-Slavery Society of Meriden, Connecticut, to their fellow citizens, offers a vital firsthand perspective on the abolitionist movement. This historical text, authored by Philo Pratt, Walter Webb, and Isaac I. Tibbals, directly confronts the issues surrounding slavery and the anti-slavery cause in pre-Civil War America.

This powerful document, meticulously prepared for print republication, provides valuable insight into the arguments and justifications presented by abolitionists in a specific community. Delve into the social and political climate of the time as the Anti-Slavery Society defends its position and advocates for the end of slavery. Explore the historical context of abolitionism within Connecticut and the broader national debate. A crucial resource for anyone studying the history of slavery, the Civil War period, and the fight for racial justice in the United States.

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