Franklin Mint – History of the US – Bleeding Kansas – 1856 – 45mm – Proof Bronze Medal. John Brown is a leading abolitionist in “Bleeding Kansas” conflict; May 19-20 – Senator Charles Sumner’s “Crime against Kansas” speech results in crippling assault by Congressman Preston S. Brooks; June 17 – Republicans pick Col. Fremont for President; Nov 4 – James Buchanan wins election.