Who was Frederick Douglass?

On April 14, 1876, Frederick Douglass delivered a speech at the unveiling of the Emancipation Memorial in Washington, D.C. He candidly critiqued Abraham Lincoln as a president primarily for white men, yet acknowledged Lincoln's deep-seated hatred of slavery. Douglass, born into slavery, became a leading abolitionist and met Lincoln to advocate for equal treatment of black soldiers. Their relationship was one of mutual respect, with Lincoln valuing Douglass's opinions highly. Douglass's speech painted a complex picture of Lincoln, recognizing his prejudices but also his contributions to abolition. Douglass continued to fight for African-American rights throughout his life.

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