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David Livingstone

1813–1873 — Scotland/Africa

Era: Modern

Brilliance: 7/10 | Stewardship: 10/10 | Composite Index: 70

His heart was buried in Africa.

"I am prepared to go anywhere, provided it be forward."

Biography

Explorer, missionary, antislavery crusader. Traversed Africa on foot for decades. His heart was literally buried in Africa by those he served.

Key Facts

  • Traversed Africa on foot for decades
  • Anti-slavery crusader
  • Heart buried in Africa
  • Dr. Livingstone, I presume?
  • Died kneeling in prayer

They buried his heart in Africa. His body in Westminster.

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