James Forten
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James Forten was an American abolitionist, activist and businessman in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. An early Black Patriot, and a staunch supporter of American independence, he was perhaps one of the most prominent Black leaders of the post colonial era.
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United StatesCategory
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Type
Founder
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1766 to 1842 · aged 75
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