Bell Ringers

Bell Ringer: John Brown's 1859 Harpers Ferry Raid

John Brown's 1859 Harpers Ferry Raid

Author and Historian Dennis Frye talks about abolitionist John Brown's 1859 raid on the federal armory at Harpers Ferry.

Description

Author and Historian Dennis Frye talks about abolitionist John Brown's 1859 raid on the federal armory at Harpers Ferry.

Bell Ringer Assignment

  • Explain John Brown's perspective on his role regarding slavery.
  • Explain what John Brown's mission was as described in the Preamble he drafted in his constitution.
  • Why did John Brown choose Harpers Ferry as his target?
  • Explain the battle that occurred at this location.
  • What was John Brown found guilty of at his trial?
  • Explain the significance of the raid at Harper's Ferry.

Additional Resources

Participants

    Vocabulary

    • Abolitionist
    • Harpers Ferry
    • Militia
    • Oppressed
    • President James Buchanan

    Topics

    U.S. History