American Anti-Slavery Society

The American Anti-Slavery Society was founded in 1833 to advocate for the abolition of slavery in the United States. It aimed to end the practice through moral persuasion, public activism, and the distribution of literature that exposed the horrors of slavery. Key figures included William Lloyd Garrison and Frederick Douglass, who pushed for immediate emancipation and equal rights for African Americans. The society played a crucial role in raising awareness and mobilizing support against slavery, contributing to the broader abolitionist movement and eventually influencing policies leading to the Civil War and the end of slavery.