On the recordJanuary 1, 1855
The colored people themselves were of the best metal, and would fight for liberty to the death.
Said by
Frederick Douglass
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gutenberg.orgFrederick Douglass: “The colored people themselves were of the best metal, and would fight for liberty to the death.”
Editor's note · Context
Douglass describes the resolute character of the free Black community in New Bedford, highlighting their commitment to defending their freedom.
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