Freedom National, Slavery Sectional: Speech of Charles Sumner, of Massachusetts, on His Motion to Repeal the Fugitive Slave Bill (1852)

Freedom National, Slavery Sectional is a historical book that features the speech of Charles Sumner, a Massachusetts senator, on his motion to repeal the Fugitive Slave Bill in 1852. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the political and social landscape of the United States during the 19th century, focusing on the issue of slavery and the struggle for freedom.Sumner's speech provides an in-depth examination of the Fugitive Slave Bill, which was passed in 1850 and required all citizens to assist in the capture and return of runaway slaves. He argues that the law is unconstitutional and violates the basic principles of freedom and liberty.Throughout the book, Sumner highlights the stark contrast between the ideals of freedom and equality enshrined in the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, and the reality of slavery in America. He also discusses the sectionalism that existed between the North and the South, which was largely driven by the issue of slavery.The book provides a fascinating insight into the political and social climate of the United States during a crucial period in its history, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the abolitionist movement, the Civil War, and the fight for civil rights in America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.