Why was abolitionist John Brown executed?

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anonymous · Answer

Brown's followers killed five pro-slavery supporters at Pottawatomie. In 1859, Brown led an unsuccessful raid on the federal armory at Harpers Ferry that ended with his capture. Brown's trial resulted in his conviction and a sentence for death by hanging

anonymous · Answer

Therefore it would be caused from a midnight massacre correct?

anonymous · Answer

his attempt to seize the arsenal at Harpers Ferry would be the best answer also interesting fact john brown saw him self as "gods instrument".

anonymous · Answer

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anonymous · Answer

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anonymous · Answer

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anonymous · Answer

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anonymous · Answer

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anonymous · Answer

lol you have mr. decosta? Hagerty?

anonymous · Answer

2. Why was abolitionist John Brown executed? 

A) For his attempt to seize the arsenal Harpers Ferry 

(Just took the test, this is the answer)