Alexander Milton Ross
Canadian abolitionist (1832-1897) · Canada · On the map · Scientists · Died at 64
Alexander Milton Ross was a Canadian botanist, naturalist, physician, abolitionist and anti-vaccination activist. He is best known as an agent for the secret Underground Railroad slave escape network, known in that organization and among slaves as "The Birdman" for his preferred cover story as an ornithologist.
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About this person
Country
Canada
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1832 to 1897 · aged 64
