Many “White’ People
Have Been Struggling
To End Slavery
Since Colonial Times?
There was never a time in the history of America when Slavery was acceptable to most ‘White’ Americans.
The ‘Abolition Movement’ began in 1692 to abolish slavery when slavery was initiated in the American Colonies at Jamestown, Virginia
“ From the beginning, some white colonists were uncomfortable with the notion of slavery….At the time of the American Revolution against the English Crown, Delaware (1776) and Virginia (1778) prohibited importation of African slaves; Vermont became the first of the 13 colonies to abolish slavery (1777); Rhode Island prohibited taking slaves from the colony (1778); and Pennsylvania began gradual emancipation in 1780.
The Maryland Society for Promoting the Abolition of Slavery and the Relief of Free Negroes and Others Unlawfully Held in Bondage was founded in 1789, the same year the former colonies replaced their Articles of Confederation with the new Constitution, ‘in order to form a more perfect union.’” (1)
Here’s a brief overview of the abolition movement history aimed at ending slavery and promoting equal rights for all individuals:
Early Advocacy: The movement began in the late 18th century with groups like the Quakers advocating against slavery.
Abolition Societies: The formation of societies, such as the American Anti-Slavery Society in 1833, helped organize efforts and spread awareness.
Public Campaigns: Abolitionists used pamphlets, speeches, and newspapers to educate the public about the horrors of slavery.
Underground Railroad: A network of secret routes and safe houses helped enslaved people escape to freedom in the 19th century.
Legislative Efforts: Activists lobbied for laws to abolish slavery, culminating in the Emancipation Proclamation of 1863.
Civil War Impact: The Civil War (1861-1865) was a pivotal moment, as it brought national attention to the issue of slavery.13th Amendment: Ratified in 1865, this amendment formally abolished slavery in the United States.
Continued Struggle: Post-abolition, the movement evolved to address racial discrimination and civil rights for freed individuals.
Global Influence: The American abolition movement inspired similar efforts worldwide, influencing international human rights advocacy.
Legacy: The movement laid the groundwork for future civil rights movements, emphasizing equality and justice for all.
In 1808, 'White' People
in America outlawed
the Transalantic Slave Trade
and in1861 ended Slavery
in America at a cost
of over 300,000 'White'
Northern States soilders lives.
Do We Now Move Forward
Focusing On
The White People
Who Supported Slavery
or
The Majority
Of White People
Who Struggled,
and Even Fought,
to Abolished Slavery
in our Nation?
We Each Have
An Individual Choice,
Do We Embrace Unity
Without Resentment
or Blame,
or Do We Face
Our Mutual Challenges
In The World Today
As a “House Divided”?
For People
Who Consider
Themselves As “White”,
The Challenge Is
To View People,
Who Consider Themselves
To Be ‘Black’,
As “Colorless Individuals “
Without Holding
Past “Racial Stereotypes”.
For People Who Consider
Themselves As “Black”,
The Challenge is
To View People,
Who Consider Themselves
To Be ‘White’,
As “Colorless Individuals”
Without Holding
Past “Racial Stereotypes”.
In Simple Terms:
Do We Abandon
The Concept
Of “Race and Color”
All Together?
As A Wise American Noted:
“We may have come
on different ships,
but we’re in the
same boat now.” (2)
And To Paraphrase Him Further
Regarding His Dream:
...I have a Dream
that we all live in a nation
where we will not be judged
by the color of
our skin
but by the content
of our character. (3)
Let's Join Together Now
To Make His Dream Come True
Before It Is Too Late
To Keep Our Boat Afloat
In the Dangerous Waters
We Face Together
As A Nation Today.
(2) Thank You Dr. King.
(3) Paraphrased drawn from, “I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.”
