Frederick Douglass

Frederick Douglass

Fans of History, Documentary films may find Frederick Douglass especially interesting thanks to its engaging atmosphere, visual presentation, and entertainment value.

At age 18, Frederick Douglass boarded a train to the north and escaped the brutal life of slavery he'd known since childhood. Once there, he joined the anti-slavery movement and began lecturing, later becoming one of the most influential abolitionists of his time, even advising Lincoln during the Civil War. This A&E biography presents the compelling life of a talented writer and orator who worked tirelessly to promote justice and freedom.

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