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#962 Lydia Moland: The Abolitionism and Feminism of Lydia Maria Child

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Lydia Maria Child: A Champion for Equality and Justice

The chapter delves into Lydia Maria Child's significant impact on the abolitionist movement, racial equality, and women's rights activism during the Civil War and Reconstruction era. It highlights her strong beliefs in universal justice, equality, and the transformative power of love as tools to combat inequality and prejudice. Child's works and advocacy aimed to challenge societal norms and power dynamics, advocating for the rights of marginalized groups such as black Americans, Native Americans, and women.

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