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John Brown
| American fighter for the liberation of black slaves Date of Birth: 09.05.1800 Country: USA |
Content:
- John Brown: Abolitionist and Radical Revolutionary
- Education and Family Business
- Personal Struggles and Tragedy
- Involvement in the Underground Railroad
- Financial and Legal Troubles
- Abolitionist Militancy
- Harper's Ferry Raid
- Legacy and Impact
John Brown: Abolitionist and Radical Revolutionary
Early Life and FamilyJohn Brown was born on May 9th in Torrington, Connecticut, the second son of Owen Brown and Ruth Mills.
In his youth, he was sent as a cattle driver in place of his father.
Education and Family Business
Brown moved to Ohio with his family in 1805 and attended schools in Massachusetts and Connecticut, aspiring to become a Congregationalist minister. However, he abandoned his studies due to financial constraints and eye inflammation.
He returned to Ohio and established a successful leathermaking business with his brother.