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oct 16, 1859 - Raid at Harper's Ferry

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It was led by abolitionist John Brown. The purpose was to attempt to steal weapons to start a slave rebellion. Unfortunately, they were immediately discovered by the militia. This further divided the North and the South.

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oct 16, 1859
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~ 166 years ago

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