American experience. John Brown's holy war. 1 of 3
Description
Martyr, madman, murderer, hero: John Brown remains one of history's most controversial and misunderstood figures. In the 1850s, he and his ragtag guerrilla group embarked on a righteous crusade against slavery that was based on religious faith -- yet carried out with shocking violence. His execution at Harpers Ferry sparked a chain of events that led to the Civil War. Olds talks about Loss - life of failure, Kansas to redeem himself, Loss - anecdotes in letter, religion, nothing to lose ... Kansas, Father - "dyed in the wool" abolitionist, Dianthe - her death confirmed that life had it in for John Brown.
Runtime
14 minutes
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Alexander Street
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