Iowa Abolitionists

Iowa Civil Rights History

When the issue of slavery became the most contentious issue in the country, the courage to act was put to a test, Iowans had a choice, either to stand on the sideline and watch or to act. Some Iowans chose to act. Abolitionists were people who detested the institution of slavery and wanted to end it immediately.

In this episode; Dave Holmgren a historian from the Iowa Historical Society of Des Moines discusses some of the prominent Iowa abolitionists of the 19th century. He also discusses some members of legislatures who were abolitionists at night and legislature during the day.

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