Organizations or individuals who opposed the institution of slavery and advocated for its abolition.
Related terms
Abolitionists: Individuals who actively worked towards ending slavery through political activism, writing, speaking, and organizing movements.
Underground Railroad: A network of secret routes and safe houses used by enslaved African Americans to escape bondage and reach free states or Canada.
Frederick Douglass: An influential abolitionist, speaker, writer, and former slave who played a prominent role in advocating for the rights of African Americans.