John Brown: The Legend Revisited
University of Virginia history professor Merrill Peterson talked about his book John Brown: The Legend Revisited. He gave an overview of the… read more
University of Virginia history professor Merrill Peterson talked about his book John Brown: The Legend Revisited. He gave an overview of the life of the radical abolitionist, from Brown’s younger days working on the Underground Railroad to his failed 1859 raid at Harpers Ferry. Mr. Peterson also focused on the perception of Brown since his death, citing portrayals of the legend in art and poetry. close
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