Publisher's Synopsis
The History Of The Oberlin-Wellington Rescue (1859) is a historical account written by Jacob R. Shipherd that details the events surrounding the Oberlin-Wellington Rescue, a significant event in the history of the abolitionist movement. The book provides a detailed narrative of the rescue of John Price, a fugitive slave who was captured by slave catchers in Ohio and was set to be returned to his owner in Kentucky. The rescue was organized by a group of abolitionists led by Charles Langston and John Mercer Langston, who were aided by the town of Oberlin and the nearby village of Wellington. The book explores the political and social context of the time, including the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850, which required citizens to assist in the capture of runaway slaves, and the growing tensions between the North and South over the issue of slavery. Shipherd also discusses the role of Oberlin College, a center for abolitionist activity, in the rescue and its aftermath, including the legal proceedings that followed. Overall, the History Of The Oberlin-Wellington Rescue (1859) provides a detailed and compelling account of a pivotal moment in the history of the abolitionist movement and the fight against slavery in the United States. The book is an important resource for anyone interested in American history, particularly the history of slavery and the abolitionist movement.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
