But the Jamaica slaves, now freemen, are no long dreaded; on the contrary, they form the chief military force of the island; and should a foreign foe attack it, would be found its willing and devoted defenders.
Tappan highlights the change in status of Jamaican slaves who, once feared, are now defenders of their island.
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Do you pant for liberty and equality, more substantial than such as is now found only in your obliterated and tattered bills of right?
Unite then, we beseech you, with one heart and one mind, for the legal, constitutional abolition of slavery.
Out of the slave region, patriots and philanthropists, and Christians of every name and sect abhor and execrate it.
In the place of your present contempt, and degradation, and misery, honor, and wealth, and happiness court your acceptance.