Frederick Douglass became the face of the anti-slavery movement in the United States. Born into slavery, he escaped and became a powerful orator, writer, and social reformer. Douglass used his eloquent speeches and writings, including his autobiographies, to advocate for the abolition of slavery and the rights of African Americans. He was a prominent figure in the abolitionist movement, working alongside other leaders such as William Lloyd Garrison and Harriet Tubman. Douglass emphasized the moral imperative of ending slavery and fought for equality, using his own experiences to underscore the humanity and rights of enslaved individuals.