Lewis Tappan: “And remember, we pray you, that the number and physical strength of…”

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And remember, we pray you, that the number and physical strength of the negroes will increase in a much greater ratio than that of their masters.

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Lewis Tappan

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Tappan reminds his audience of the growing strength of the enslaved population compared to their masters, suggesting a future shift in power.

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