Publicized on March 31, 1832 in The Liberator, “Cherokee Phoenix” is a source I found to be quite interesting. The …show more content…
From the South-West, Independent. Abolitionism Among the Cherokees” was published by The Liberator in February 8, 1856. The article was more than likely written by an anti-abolitionist(s) during a moment when aggression between northern and southern states was heightened. Pro-slavery advocates, secessionist, slave owners, and of course anti-abolitionists are what I believe to be the intended audience. The overall message for the viewer is to not concern themselves with the fear of a Free-soil Cherokee Nation, but too take comfort with the knowledge that there is heavy resistance to abolitionist dogma. This is a source that I see as being important in visualizing pro-Cherokee slavery stances. The placation of anti-abolitionists fears of a Free-soil Cherokee Nation is a good way for me to help my