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What type of convention took place in Cazenovia in 1850?

  • Anti-Slavery

  • Peacemaking

  • Women's Rights

  • Temperance

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The Anti-Slavery Convention held in Cazenovia in 1850 was a pivotal gathering of abolitionists and activists committed to eradicating slavery in the United States. This influential convention brought together like-minded individuals who passionately advocated for the immediate emancipation of enslaved people and played a significant role in fueling the antislavery movement, shaping public opinion, and contributing to the growing momentum toward the eventual abolition of slavery in the U.S.
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