How was the meaning of “freedom” being defined in the U.S. in the late 1800s? W

How was the meaning of “freedom” being defined in the U.S. in the late 1800s? What does freedom mean to people in that time period and who is excluded from this definition of freedom and why? Please provide details, at least one example and historical analysis to support your argument. Your essay should be 1-2 pages.