
21 Men Who Accelerated a War — John Brown's Raid on Harpers Ferry (1859)
In 1859, John Brown led 21 men to seize a federal armory. He was captured in 36 hours. But those 36 hours helped bring on the Civil War.
Apr 20, 20261posts

In 1859, John Brown led 21 men to seize a federal armory. He was captured in 36 hours. But those 36 hours helped bring on the Civil War.
Apr 20, 2026