Frederick Douglass
Frederick Douglass, born into slavery in February 1818, became a leading figure in the abolitionist movement, advocating for the rights of African Americans and women's suffrage. His powerful oratory and writing skills helped him to become a prominent social reformer, author, and statesman. Douglass escaped from slavery in 1838 and went on to publish several autobiographies, the most famous being 'Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave.' He was a fierce advocate for equality and justice until his death on February 20, 1895, leaving a legacy of courage and resilience in the fight for civil rights.
Born on Feb 01, 1818 (207 years old)
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Ireland:
Frederick Douglass attested that slavery permanently suspends the untrammelled power to mutilate and kill over the heads of the enslaved.
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Ireland:
Frederick Douglass was a formerly enslaved author and activist who visited Ireland in 1845.
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Bangladesh:
Frederick Douglass is recognized as an undisputed leader of African Americans who lacked formal education.
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Tanzania:
Frederick Douglass is quoted in the article, emphasizing the limits of tyrants based on the endurance of the oppressed.
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Jamaica:
Frederick Douglass is recognized as a key figure in the fight against slavery and for equality.
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United States:
Frederick Douglass lived in the Nathan and Polly Johnson House, the first free home for him.
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United States:
Trump announced multiple civil rights leaders, including Frederick Douglass, will also get statues.
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