Events tagged with "Frederick Douglass"

Historical Events tagged with "Frederick Douglass"

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Frederick Douglass's Fourth of July Speech

July 5th, 1852 172 years ago

Frederick Douglass delivered a powerful speech in Rochester, New York, criticizing America's celebration of independence while millions remained enslaved. In his address, he passionately questioned the meaning of freedom for Black Americans and condemned the hypocrisy of a nation that celebrated liberty while denying it to others. This moving rhetoric resonated deeply with his audience, urging them to reflect on the true nature of the Fourth of July.