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In 1859, abolitionist John Brown and his followers captured the Federal arsenal at Harper's Ferry Virginia. His purpose was to use the weapons and ammunition to stage a slave revolt. The plan never worked, no slaves were recruited. Brown was captured and hanged for treason.

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He hoped to inspire a revolution that would end slavery.

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Q: Why did john brown attack the arsenal at harpers ferry in 1859?
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