Phillips, Wendell, 1811-1884
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Wendell Phillips (born November 29, 1811, Boston, Massachusetts – died February 2, 1884, Boston, Massachusetts), orator and reformer, was one of the leaders of the abolitionist movement in Boston, Massachusetts, wrote frequently for William Lloyd Garrison's Liberator, and eventually became president of the American Anti-Slavery Society. He contributed much to the cause through inflammatory speeches favoring the division of the Union and opposing the acquisition of Texas and the war with Mexico. Later Phillips became an advocate of women's rights, penal reforms, and the labor movement.Wendell Phillips was an American abolitionist, advocate for Native Americans, orator, lawyer, writer and debater.
Phillips graduated from Harvard University in 1831. After graduating from Harvard, he opened a law practice, and was involved in the abolition movement through his wife, Ann Terry Greene. Phillips became a staunch and influential abolitionist, writing and speaking with great eloquence, recognized as one of the key national figures in the anti-slavery movement. He also fought for other social reforms, including temperance, women's suffrage, labor reform, and rights for African Americans and Native Americans. He wrote numerous books and pamphlets, and his collected works were a best-seller.
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correspondedWith | Allen, Richard. | person |
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