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Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net  a"John Brown's Raid" by the United States National Park Service is a historical account written in the late 20th century. This publication focuses on the pivotal raid led by abolitionist John Brown at Harpers Ferry in 1859, an event that brought the issue of slavery to the forefront of national consciousness and is widely considered a catalyst for the American Civil War. The text delves into the motivations, backgrounds, and experiences of Brown and his band of followers as they took a dramatic stand against slavery.  The opening of the book sets the stage for this significant historical event, detailing the somber march of John Brown and his small group of supporters as they made their way toward Harpers Ferry on the night of October 16, 1859. As they journeyed, the diverse group—composed of white and Black men from various backgrounds—was united by their fervent opposition to slavery and shared determination to fight for emancipation. The scene captures the tension of the moment, highlighting the grim, misty atmosphere and the underlying sense of impending conflict, while introducing John Brown as the charismatic leader whose plans would soon lead to both chaos and notoriety. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aBrown, John, 1800-1859  aHarpers Ferry (W. Va.) -- History -- John Brown's Raid, 18591 aEverhart, William C.1 aSullivan, Arthur L. 0aNational Park Service History Series40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/56106