JOURNAL ARTICLE

The Men Who Started the War.

  • Published In: Atlantic, 2023, v. 332, n. 5. P. 82 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Faust, Drew Gilpin 3 of 3

Abstract

This article provides an overview of the raid on Harpers Ferry in 1859, led by abolitionist John Brown and funded by the Secret Six. The raid aimed to seize weapons from the federal arsenal and distribute them to enslaved individuals. However, Brown's efforts were unsuccessful, and he was captured, tried, and executed. The article explores the question of when violence becomes justified and presents different perspectives from individuals involved in the abolitionist movement. It also discusses the legacy and impact of the raid, including the actions and motivations of the Secret Six, debates about Brown's sanity, and the complex relationship between violence and the rule of law in American society. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Atlantic. 2023/12, Vol. 332, Issue 5, p82
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:1072-7825
  • Accession Number:173617246
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