Olaudah Equiano
1745–1797 — Igbo/England
Era: Modern
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He bought his freedom. Then fought to free everyone.
"When you make men slaves, you deprive them of half their virtue."
Biography
Formerly enslaved, bought his own freedom. His autobiography was instrumental in abolishing the British slave trade. Selfeducated polyglot and navigator.
Key Facts
- Bought his own freedom
- Autobiography instrumental in abolition
- Self-educated polyglot
- Skilled navigator
- Best-selling author of his era
He bought his freedom. Then wrote the book that freed millions.
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