The Black Fugitive Who Inspired 'Uncle Tom's Cabin' and Helped End Slavery in the U.S.
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from Smithsonian Magazine2 months ago
John Andrew Jackson, born enslaved, defied his fate by escaping bondage and becoming an influential antislavery lecturer, shaping narratives against slavery in America.
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Despite his impactful role as an antislavery speaker and his connection to 'Uncle Tom's Cabin,' Jackson remains largely overlooked in historical accounts of slavery.
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Jackson's determination to reunite with his family lead him to escape to Massachusetts, where he raised awareness at abolitionist meetings, risking his freedom for love.
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The Fugitive Slave Act of 1850 put Jackson at risk, prompting his second escape to Canada, highlighting the dangers faced by those who sought freedom.
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