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Born: November 23, 1803
Died: February 3 1895
Wife: Angelina Grimke
Children:
-Sarah
- Theadore
-Charles

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-worked on family farm as kid
-later became a preacher
- began journey of abolition of slavery

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Theadore Weld was widely against slavery in the United States.  He led many people to realize the unrighteousness of slavery. He knew since he was young that everyone should be created equally. He made a huge impact on the start of the Civil War.

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Weld was a teacher of the Abolition of slavery. He gave lectures to groups of students about slavery. Another objective he used was  writing. He wrote many books and pamphlets about slavery. He was  a big part of the American Anti-Slavery Society. Weld continued to fight for free slaves even after the civil war.

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Theodore helped people understand the harm slavery played on the slaves.  He was a huge believer in equality.  His lectures and writing persuaded people to go against slavery. His success led him to be the leading abolitionist in the west. Weld was very passionate about what he wanted for America. His family also supported his cause.

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Pursued An Impacting Goal Through Impractical Means:

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Pursued An Impacting Goal Through Impractical Means:

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Weld was brave to stand up for slaves rather then stand by them. He wrote a book on slavery which may have seemed a little crazy. Many people still thought slaves were a necessity. They did not think there was anything wrong with it.

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Theodore is still widely know and thanked. He has made a huge impact on all slaves in America. He is a reminder of how our country used to be. He is sign that anyone can make a significant change in the world if one is wiling to fight for the right thing. Today there are no salves in America, and Theodore's teachings were a huge part in the abolition of slavery.

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Slaves were mostly if not all black. When Theodore was in school a black kid had come to his school. Everyone treated him unfairly and acted superior to him. Theodore saw no difference and treated this kid with complete friendliness and respect. After this, Theodore became a major part in promoting anti-slavery. He knew everyone should be treated equal.

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1. Today there are no slaves in America.
2.American government is stronger due to equal rights in America
3.People accept all people and are equal

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Theadore Weld Portrait by Library of Congress

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A famous quote from Weld's book on slavery called American Slavery as It Is:
"Every man knows that slavery is a curse." this is a quote he said and helped with the abolition movement

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Cover page of Welds first published book:

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"Theodore Weld also established two schools for all races and sexes and promoted gender equality." as stated by www.shacklesofyesterday.org

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"Within Abolitionism, no one was more influential than Theodore Dwight Weld" as stated by www.u-shistory.com