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Edward Colston

English merchant, slave trader and philanthropist (1636-1721) · United Kingdom · On the map · Politicians · Died at 84

Edward Colston was an English merchant, slave trader, philanthropist and Tory Member of Parliament.

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Country
United Kingdom
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1636 to 1721 · aged 84