Symbols of Freedom: Slavery and Resistance Befo. Clavin, Clavin,**

Name: Symbols of Freedom: Slavery and Resistance Befo. Clavin, Clavin,**
Brand: New York University Press

New York University Press

How American symbols inspired enslaved people and their allies to fight for true freedom In the early United States, anthems, flags, holidays, monuments, and memorials were powerful symbols of an American identity that helped unify a divided people. A language of freedom played a similar role in shaping the new nation. The Declaration of Independence's assertion \""that all men are created equal,\"" Patrick Henry's cry of \""Give me liberty, or give me death!,\"" and Francis Scott Key's \""star-spangled banner\"" waving over \""the land of the free and the home of the brave,\"" were anthemic celebrations of a newly free people. Resonating across the country, they encouraged the creation of a republic where the right to \""life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness\"" was universal, natural, and inalienable.\n\nSymbols of Freedom\nSlavery and Resistance Before the Civil War\nFree UK delivery on this item.\n\nThis brand new item is available with free UK delivery using Royal Mail tracked servic;