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"A Plea for Captain John Brown" is an essay by Henry David Thoreau in support of the abolitionist John Brown's raid at Harpers Ferry. Thoreau argues that Brown's actions were motivated by a higher moral cause and condemns the institution of slavery. He calls on individuals to stand up for their principles and resist unjust laws.

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