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Frederick Douglass (1818-1895) was an influential American abolitionist, orator, and author. He was born into slavery in Maryland. He escaped to freedom in 1838 and became a leading voice in the anti-slavery movement. Douglass published several autobiographies, including "Narrative of the Life of F... show more
“I have said that the Declaration of Independence is the ring-bolt to the chain of your nation’s destiny; so, indeed, I regard it. The principles contained in that instrument are saving principles. Stand by those principles, be true to them on all occasions, in all places, against all foes, and at whatever cost.”
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