Why was John Brown found guilty of treason?

A. He attempted to organize armed resistance to slavery in Virginia.
B. He sought to demoralize U.S. troops during World War II by broadcasting for Axis powers.
C. He conspired to seize Mexico and set up a puppet government with himself as king.
D. He sold CIA secrets to the KGB.


Answer: A

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