Frederick Douglass and Paul Cuffe

Untold Histories of the Atlantic World · Apr 7, 2021 · 22m

In this epsiode, I discuss the history of resettlement or re-colonization efforts on behalf of black and white Americans. This episode focuses on Frederick Douglass and his complex relationship with President Abraham Lincoln. Their opposing stances on the issue of African American re-colonization will be put into conversation with the pro-resettlement initiatives of a slightly lesser-known figure, Paul Cuffe, and his relationship with President James Madison.