Frederick Douglass: “He had shown boundless courage and skill in dealing with the enemies…”

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He had shown boundless courage and skill in dealing with the enemies of liberty in Kansas.

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Frederick Douglass

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Douglass praises John Brown's bravery and tactical skill in the fight for liberty, particularly during the conflicts in Kansas.

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