Thaddeus Stevens

American lawyer and politician

Thaddeus Stevens - American lawyer and politician
Born

April 4th, 1792
233 years ago

Died

1868
157 years ago — 76 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Born in 1792, this individual was a prominent lawyer and congressman during the American Civil War era. Serving as a representative from Pennsylvania, this person was a leading figure in the House of Representatives and played a significant role in the passage of the Thirteenth Amendment, which abolished slavery. A member of the Radical Republicans, this individual advocated for civil rights for freed slaves and was a supporter of Reconstruction policies. This person's legacy includes efforts to redistribute land to former slaves and promote equality.

Authored legislation for the Thirteenth Amendment

Advocated for civil rights during Reconstruction

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