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First to fall, Elijah Lovejoy and the fight for a free press in the age of slavery, Ken Ellingwood

Label
First to fall, Elijah Lovejoy and the fight for a free press in the age of slavery, Ken Ellingwood
Language
eng
Form of composition
not applicable
Format of music
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Literary text for sound recordings
biography
Main title
First to fall
Music parts
not applicable
Oclc number
1264683144
Responsibility statement
Ken Ellingwood
Sub title
Elijah Lovejoy and the fight for a free press in the age of slavery
Summary
Elijah Lovejoy made the ultimate sacrifice fighting for free press rights in a time when there was little protection for those who critiqued slavery. His death was a catalyst for widespread abolitionist action
Target audience
adult
Transposition and arrangement
not applicable