Abolitionist Movements
Activism among various Protestant groups during the Great Awakening laid the groundwork for evolving abolitionist sentiments, even if not all supporters advocated for full abolition. The establishment of the Society for the Relief of Free Negroes in 1755 marked a significant step towards organized efforts against slavery, leading to gradual emancipation laws in northern states. The Second Great Awakening further fueled the movement, emphasizing moral responsibility and social reform, which became pivotal in the fight against slavery.In this clip
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The Origins and History of the Abolitionist Movement
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