Calvin Fairbank
American minister and abolitionist
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Died
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Activists & Humanitarians
Country
United States
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Contributed significantly to the abolitionist movement in the United States. Worked actively to assist escaping slaves via the Underground Railroad. Founded a church in Ohio focused on anti-slavery teachings. Imprisoned multiple times for his activism against slavery in the 19th century.
Assisted over 1,000 escaped slaves
Imprisoned for abolitionist activities
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