John Brown's Raid (oct 16, 1859 – oct 18, 1859)
Description:
Opponent of Slavery, assisted the Underground RailroadLed a small revolt, tried to raid a federal arsenal, but were overpowered by federal and state troops - wanted to gather enough ammunition to go against Virginia's slaveholders
Hanged on Dec 2, 1860
Made history as a martyr for the abolitionist cause
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Date:
oct 16, 1859
oct 18, 1859
~ 2 days