Liberia was founded by freed American slaves in the early 19th century. The American Colonization Society established the colony in 1822 as a settlement for free African Americans, with the intention of providing them an opportunity for self-governance and a new life. Liberia declared its independence in 1847, making it one of the first independent republics in Africa. The capital city, Monrovia, is named after U.S. President James Monroe, who supported the colonization effort.
Liberia
The first African colony to become independent under the control of freed American slaves was Liberia. Founded in the early 19th century by the American Colonization Society, Liberia was established as a settlement for freed African Americans. It declared its independence on July 26, 1847, becoming the first independent republic in Africa. The country’s creation and independence were heavily influenced by the desire to create a new home for freed slaves from the United States.
America sent freed slaves for the purpose of colonization to Liberia.
There weren't any slaves after the american civil war. They were freed by the emancipation act.
almost 4 million slaves been freed
Liberia is largely populated by freed slaves
The Republic of Liberia is the only country in West Africa that was founded for freed slaves. Sierra Leone began offering shelter to former slaves in 1792, but the country was not founded for freed slaves.
Liberia
Liberia was settled by freed American slaves in the early 19th century. It was founded as a colony by the American Colonization Society as a place for freed African-Americans to return to Africa.
Liberia was originally founded as a home in Africa for freed slaves, hence the name.
I think it was founded by freed American slaves
to make a homeland for freed slaves in Africa
The Republic of Liberia was founded for freed slaves.Etonville, Florida
That country is Liberia.
Liberia
Liberia is an African country that was founded by freed slaves and it is known for exporting diamonds.
FALSE!!