Anti-slavery activists were individuals who actively worked to end the institution of slavery. They were dedicated to promoting the abolitionist cause and fighting for the rights of enslaved people.
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William Lloyd Garrison: An influential abolitionist known for his newspaper, The Liberator, which advocated for immediate emancipation.
Frederick Douglass: A former slave who became a prominent speaker and writer, using his personal experiences to advocate for the abolition of slavery.
Harriet Tubman: A courageous abolitionist and conductor on the Underground Railroad, helping enslaved individuals escape to freedom.