Charles Sumner
American politician and abolitionist leader
Born
January 6th, 1811
214 years ago
Died
March 11th, 1874
151 years ago — 63 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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A prominent American lawyer and politician, this individual played a key role in the abolitionist movement and served as a U.S. Senator from Massachusetts. Advocacy for civil rights and opposition to the expansion of slavery defined a substantial part of his career. This politician delivered powerful speeches, including the famous 'The Barbarism of Slavery' address, which highlighted the moral issues surrounding slavery. His strong stance against the Kansas-Nebraska Act and his involvement in the Free Soil Party contributed to the growing tensions leading up to the Civil War. This individual was also notable for being a victim of a brutal assault by a fellow congressman on the Senate floor due to his anti-slavery views.
Delivered the speech 'The Barbarism of Slavery'
Served as U.S. Senator from Massachusetts
Opposed the Kansas-Nebraska Act
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