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Southern Horrors: Lynch Law in All Its Phases

"Southern Horrors: Lynch Law in All Its Phases" is a powerful anti-lynching pamphlet written by journalist Ida B. Wells in 1892. It highlights the brutality and injustices of lynching in the American South, particularly against African Americans. Wells provides detailed evidence and personal accounts to challenge the false justifications for these acts of violence. The pamphlet aims to raise awareness about racial terror, advocate for civil rights, and encourage people to confront and oppose these injustices. Its impact was significant in the early civil rights movement, galvanizing activism against racism and violence.