The town hall meeting was an engaging and exciting time for my classmates and me to come together and learn new information. We were split up into two different sides. The first side was pro-slavery and the other side was wanting to end slavery. We were able to present our findings in a mock town hall meeting.
https://www.biography.com/writer/david-walker
Being on the pro-slavery side I was able to learn about different points of view from important historical figures who wanted to end slavery. One of the figures I got to learn about is David Walker. David Walker was from North Carolina but moved to Charleston which was a safe place for black men. He went on a tour of churches, speaking out against slavery and trying to help free people that were enslaved.
https://blackthen.com/black-abolitionists-david-walker-fiery-militant/
In 1828, he was considered to be one of the top activists and spokesmen against slavery. He then became a very successful writer. He wrote about slavery, racism, and various other issues seen in the 1800s in the United States. He made a change in the world with his words and stood up for what he believed to be truly right!
https://kdemetrius.blogspot.com
Hence this was a really amazing activity that I am happy I was able to take part in. I was able to learn so much information in such a unique way. David Walker was a hero to many and helped so many people with his words and bravery.
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