John Brown's Raid on Harpers Ferry: A Brief History with Documents (Bedford Series in History & Culture (Paperback))
Primary documents and analysis reveal how John Brown's 1859 raid intensified divisions that led to the Civil War.
About This Book
This volume presents a focused examination of John Brown's raid on Harpers Ferry in 1859.
It includes carefully selected primary documents that illuminate the planning, execution, and immediate aftermath of the event.
The materials highlight the raid's significance within the broader context of antebellum sectional conflict.
Readers gain insight into contemporary reactions and the raid's contribution to escalating national tensions.
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