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Alexander Hastie

Scottish abolitionist who helps slaves escape.

minor

Also known as Sandy

First appearance: xix escape of clotel

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SASamUSUncle SimonWWWilliam Wells …NHNed HuckelbySNSnyderAHAlexander Hastie

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  • Abolitionist allies

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SetupEscalationClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point

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