The more you look at your first paragraph the more you think you need to reframe it

some of beowulf's most important traits as an epic hero include bravery, loyalty, honor, superhuman physical strength, and the willingness to risk his life for the greater good. these characteristics are exemplified in beowulf's epic deeds, including slaying grendel and grendel's mother.

explanation:

i read about it

the answer is slaves

douglas was a slave who turned into a statesman and he refused to celebrate the 4th of july until all slaves were emancipated or set free.

yeah uhm looks pretty good lol