African American Studies II
Chapter 6
This chapter discusses the lives of the slaves during the antebellum period at the peak of the cotton kingdom. Slavery experienced much development during this time. The chapter provides details on the various tasks of both the female and male slaves. The slave trade that existed amid the south is also made reference to. The slaves social lives, religious beliefs, character and families are also major topics of discussion. Upon reading the chapter, I developed a better understanding as for the slave society. It is eminent that they wanted to be able to communicate, pray, and spend time with their families just as any other citizen would. Their needs and desires were no different from those of a typical white man or woman. Why they were treated as such is beyond my comprehension.
Chapter 7
The number of free African Americans increases during the time period from 1820 to just before the Civil War. Nevertheless, blacks endured many obstacles and much discrimination, from segregation to black laws. In spite of these barriers, Northern blacks built their own communities with schools, churches, and organizations. Conversely, Southern blacks suffered more limitations. In all, regardless of where they resided, free African Americans struggled with racism and barriers. The extremity of the discrimination is evident in that black laws have been imposed on African Americans, even though they had become free slaves. I believe that the suffering of the African Americans after gaining their freedom was nearly as bad as when they were slaves. Nothing changed with regard to treatment and liberties except for the fact that they no longer had to work against their will. The underlying issue of discrimination still existed.
Chapter 8
This chapter covers the resistance to slavery after 1800, from abolitionists to rebellion. One revolt in particular that is discussed is Nat Turners Rebellion of 1831. Many black leaders such as David Walker and white leaders such as William Lloyd Garrison fought for the rights of African Americans. The text covers the period shortly following the Second Great Awakening, which prompted the abolitionist movement. The abolitionist movement was primarily led by blacks, although white women fought for the cause as well. However, white women were more concerned with civil liberties than with abolition. The abolitionist movement was yet another exhibit of the relentless efforts of African Americans to gain equality among society. Whites later become fearful of African Americans insurrections, for they often became violent.
Chapter 9
The antislavery movement lasted from 1833 to 1850. During this time, African Americans remained devoted to gaining equality and civil rights on par with those of their white counterparts. Further reiterated is the fact that northern blacks established schools and churches as their population grew in the urban areas by 1850. This led to more hostility in the antislavery movement. African Americans began to feel a sense of nationalism as they saw a greater purpose in what they fought for. Prior to the civil war, African Americans fought persistently for civil liberties and justice which they knew was rightfully and morally theirs. As their population grew, the African Americans united as a people in their fight against slavery and discrimination among a white, domineering society.
Chapter 10
This chapter focuses on slavery and the role of blacks (both free and captive) during the 1850s. Many eminent fugitive slaves are investigated, namely, William and Ellen Craft, Margaret Garner and Anthony Burns. A general overview of the major events that followed throughout the decade is also provided, such as Abraham Lincoln becoming president and court cases such as the Dred Scott decision of 1857. African Americans positions among society were crucial in relation to these events and those that ultimately led to the Civil War in 1861. African Americans presence and significance in society, contrary to what whites would have liked to believe at the time, was profound. Their contributions to society, both negative and positive, were many. It is for this reason that they should have been regarded as would any ordinary citizen.
This chapter discusses the lives of the slaves during the antebellum period at the peak of the cotton kingdom. Slavery experienced much development during this time. The chapter provides details on the various tasks of both the female and male slaves. The slave trade that existed amid the south is also made reference to. The slaves social lives, religious beliefs, character and families are also major topics of discussion. Upon reading the chapter, I developed a better understanding as for the slave society. It is eminent that they wanted to be able to communicate, pray, and spend time with their families just as any other citizen would. Their needs and desires were no different from those of a typical white man or woman. Why they were treated as such is beyond my comprehension.
Chapter 7
The number of free African Americans increases during the time period from 1820 to just before the Civil War. Nevertheless, blacks endured many obstacles and much discrimination, from segregation to black laws. In spite of these barriers, Northern blacks built their own communities with schools, churches, and organizations. Conversely, Southern blacks suffered more limitations. In all, regardless of where they resided, free African Americans struggled with racism and barriers. The extremity of the discrimination is evident in that black laws have been imposed on African Americans, even though they had become free slaves. I believe that the suffering of the African Americans after gaining their freedom was nearly as bad as when they were slaves. Nothing changed with regard to treatment and liberties except for the fact that they no longer had to work against their will. The underlying issue of discrimination still existed.
Chapter 8
This chapter covers the resistance to slavery after 1800, from abolitionists to rebellion. One revolt in particular that is discussed is Nat Turners Rebellion of 1831. Many black leaders such as David Walker and white leaders such as William Lloyd Garrison fought for the rights of African Americans. The text covers the period shortly following the Second Great Awakening, which prompted the abolitionist movement. The abolitionist movement was primarily led by blacks, although white women fought for the cause as well. However, white women were more concerned with civil liberties than with abolition. The abolitionist movement was yet another exhibit of the relentless efforts of African Americans to gain equality among society. Whites later become fearful of African Americans insurrections, for they often became violent.
Chapter 9
The antislavery movement lasted from 1833 to 1850. During this time, African Americans remained devoted to gaining equality and civil rights on par with those of their white counterparts. Further reiterated is the fact that northern blacks established schools and churches as their population grew in the urban areas by 1850. This led to more hostility in the antislavery movement. African Americans began to feel a sense of nationalism as they saw a greater purpose in what they fought for. Prior to the civil war, African Americans fought persistently for civil liberties and justice which they knew was rightfully and morally theirs. As their population grew, the African Americans united as a people in their fight against slavery and discrimination among a white, domineering society.
Chapter 10
This chapter focuses on slavery and the role of blacks (both free and captive) during the 1850s. Many eminent fugitive slaves are investigated, namely, William and Ellen Craft, Margaret Garner and Anthony Burns. A general overview of the major events that followed throughout the decade is also provided, such as Abraham Lincoln becoming president and court cases such as the Dred Scott decision of 1857. African Americans positions among society were crucial in relation to these events and those that ultimately led to the Civil War in 1861. African Americans presence and significance in society, contrary to what whites would have liked to believe at the time, was profound. Their contributions to society, both negative and positive, were many. It is for this reason that they should have been regarded as would any ordinary citizen.
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