Who was Frederick Douglass?

On April 14, 1876, Frederick Douglass delivered a speech at the unveiling of the Emancipation Memorial in Washington, D.C. He candidly critiqued Abraham Lincoln as a president primarily for white men, yet acknowledged Lincoln's deep-seated hatred of slavery. Douglass, born into slavery, became a leading abolitionist and met Lincoln to advocate for equal treatment of black soldiers. Their relationship was one of mutual respect, with Lincoln valuing Douglass's opinions highly. Douglass's speech painted a complex picture of Lincoln, recognizing his prejudices but also his contributions to abolition. Douglass continued to fight for African-American rights throughout his life.

What significant event took place on April 14th, 1876, in Washington DC?

How did Frederick Douglass describe Abraham Lincoln's presidency?

What was Douglass's relationship with Lincoln regarding the treatment of black soldiers during the Civil War?

What was the nature of Douglass's speech in front of the Emancipation Statue regarding Lincoln's views on slavery?

What did Douglass do to advocate for African-American rights after Lincoln's death?