Academic Programs –> Frederick Douglass National Historic Site –> Dr. Buaful's class, Wheatley Elementary School
| Frederick Douglass National Historic Site |
| This program focuses on Douglass's pivotal role in 19th century US history, from his birth as a slave to his ultimate escape from slavery and emergence as a leader of the abolitionist cause and as a nationally and internationally recognized statesman. Students first examine slavery and the Civil War before focusing on Douglass's own writing and oratory as a means of understanding the man and his message. Students memorize one of Douglass's speeches, and some participate in the annual oratorical contest. |
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