The nineteenth century in the United States of America is characterized as an era that brought forth a generation desirous of change and reform for the relatively new nation, sparking various reform movements with the goal of improving American society. Issues regarding the consumption of alcohol, the mentally unfit, poverty, sin and slavery all influenced reform movements within the country that contributed to the division of the nation. The concept of “moral suasion” fueled protests and filled newspapers and pamphlets during the nineteenth century, sparking controversy and potential for change. Most notable of these reform movements was the abolition movement that resulted as a response to the institution of slavery. There were several ways America wanted to deal with slavery, however complete abolition of the institution was highly prominent during this era. Concerns were raised on the treatment of slaves and the question on whether or not these African American slaves should be granted certain rights as men in America, among many other ethical issues. These concerns prompted abolitionists to not only push for the emancipation of all slaves but to put a stop to segregation and discrimination as well. Although, black and white abolitionists had their separate ways of going about bringing an end to slavery at the start of the nineteenth century, as time went on, blacks and whites joined together and became even stronger in the fight against slavery, as they were fighting for the same cause. By the late nineteenth century the Anti-Slavery Movement in America was strong. Both White and Black abolitionists helped arrange freedom and fought for the freedoms of those enslaved. These strategies included the Underground Railroad, efforts of slaves to resist/revolt and the work of both black and white abolitionists who helped finance, organize and protest against the institution.