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Synopsis
Relive a pivotal moment in the Liberian colonization era—a blend of travel, philanthropy, and political debate.
This nonfiction account compiles letters, receipts, and contemporary commentary surrounding a mid-19th century expedition to Africa. It documents the people, resources, and networks that supported or opposed sending freed slaves to a new homeland, offering a window into the college-educated, religiously motivated efforts that shaped early Liberian society.
- Learn who funded transport and outfitting, and how communities in multiple states organized support.
- See how abolitionists and colonization supporters framed the issue in public meetings and newspapers.
- Discover everyday details like travel arrangements, personal notes, and the names of key organizers and donors.
- Understand the tension between humanitarian aims and political calculation in the era’s colonization debates.
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