An account of some of the principal slave insurrections, and others, which have occured, or been attempted, in the United States and elsewhere, during the last two centuries.

Name: An account of some of the principal slave insurrections, and others, which have occured, or been attempted, in the United States and elsewhere, during the last two centuries.
Author: Joshua Coffin

By Joshua Coffin

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The work compiles accounts of major slave insurrections in the United States and abroad over two centuries, pairing reported incidents with commentary that situates them in moral and political context. It assembles reports and statistics, sketches episodes of revolt, analyzes causes and consequences, and argues that slavery generates social danger while immediate emancipation is both safe and necessary. The author marshals moral, religious, and empirical reasoning, cites examples of emancipation elsewhere, and challenges gradualist views, aiming to inform readers and press for abolitionist policy change.

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Joshua Coffin

Joshua Coffin was an American abolitionist and historian known for his detailed account of slave insurrections. His notable work, "An Account of Some of the Principal Slave Insurrections, and Others, Which Have Occurred, or Been Attempted, in the United States and Elsewhere, During the Last Two Centuries," provides a comprehensive overview of resistance against slavery, highlighting the struggles and resilience of enslaved people. Coffin's writings contribute to the understanding of the historical context of slavery in America and the broader implications of these uprisings in the fight for freedom and justice.