William Lloyd Garrison

Definition

William Lloyd Garrison was a prominent American abolitionist, journalist, suffragist, and social reformer. He is best known as one of the founders of the American Anti-Slavery Society and for his editorship of "The Liberator," an anti-slavery newspaper.

Related terms

American Anti-Slavery Society: An organization founded in 1833 that sought immediate emancipation without compensation. It was one of the leading forces behind antebellum reform movements.

The Liberator (newspaper): An abolitionist newspaper founded by William Lloyd Garrison which advocated for immediate emancipation and racial equality.

Suffragism: The movement to extend the right to vote, particularly to women. Garrison was also a prominent advocate for women's suffrage.