Dbq The Reform Movement Analysis

Throughout the first half of the 19th century, people worked to better their lives and reform the flaws they saw in society. The 1800's were what the American people at the time called the "era of good feeling", but there were still many problems within American society. These problems or "social ills" later led to the Reform Movement which targeted such ills. Groups of individuals were solely created to be the driving forces of this movement. The Reform Movement has greatly impacted the United States history. The era of good feeling, or the 1800's was a time period where a movement began. This movement, known as the Reform movement, began in 1820 and lasted throughout 30 years, finally coming to and end in 1850. The Reform movement addressed problems such as women's rights, temperance, and the abolition of slavery. One person who worked to improve this

Document 5 displays an image of Nat Turner trying to remedy the situation for slaves in the United states by rebelling. William Lloyd Garrison also tried to fix the slave situation by promoting the abolition of slavery. "I will not equivocate -- I will not excuse -- i will not retreat a single inch -- AND I WILL BE HEARD" (Doc. 6). Garrison refuses to speak with moderation about the horrors of slavery but "will be as harsh as the truth". He will not back down and his voice will be heard. This impacted history because not long after, in 1865, slavery was completely prohibited in the United States. Although racism continued and segregation began, the termination of slavery was a huge milestone in US history. The Reform movement of the 19th century greatly impacted the US, from women's rights to the abolition of slavery. Throughout this movement people worked together and individually to not only better their own lives but others as well. Not all of societies problems were resolved but it was a step in the right