Frederick DouglassFrederick Douglass, [Frederick Baily] (1818-1895), escaped slave, Abolitionist, author, editor of the North Star and later the New National Era

Frederick Douglass Quote

“... and in thinking of my life, I almost forgot my liberty.”

Frederick DouglassFrederick Douglass
~ Frederick Douglass

Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave, Written by Himself [1845] (Toronto: New American Library, 1968), p. 103

Ratings and Comments


J Carlton, Calgary

Sadly, far too many among us have forgotten the meaning of Liberty and America has become one big plantation.

RBESRQ
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RBESRQ    1/5/10

Yes, we must always be vigilant especially in this present climate of fascist empowerment. Though vigilance is not enough its action that will maintain Liberty.

E Archer, NYC

A slave never forgets he is a slave.

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