American Colonization Society; what was its objective and how did African Americans respond to it? Each answer should be at least 3 sentences. Your definitions/descriptions should reflect how these key terms apply to Black Studies.
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The society was driven by a belief that free Black individuals could not coexist peacefully with white Americans and that their presence in the United States was a threat to the social order. The ACS aimed to address the growing tensions surrounding slavery and Show more…
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