
In these biographical blinks, we get to know how Frederick Douglass reached such stature in American politics and what made him the icon he is today. Indeed, few people spoke with such authority, clarity and eloquence on matters of civil rights and why America could not survive as long as slavery existed. Here was a man who was born a slave and yet rose to such prominence that he became a respected figure in Abraham Lincoln’s Republican Party. The name Frederick Douglass looms large in the history of the United States, and for good reason. What’s in it for me? Discover the amazing life story of one of the most important Americans in history. Douglass’s dream of equality in America continues to be highly relevant and inspiring over a century after his death. This quickly led to a life in journalism and politics, and a crucial role in Abraham Lincoln’s creation of the Emancipation Proclamation. After a daring escape from slavery, Douglass soon found himself crisscrossing America, sharing his story with captivated audiences. Frederick Douglass (2018) chronicles the life story of one of America’s most influential orators and statesmen.
