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Stephen Smith

1797–1873

United States

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Rev. Stephen Smith (1797–1873) was an African American businessman, philanthropist, preacher, real estate developer, and abolitionist. He lived in Pennsylvania in the 19th century and contributed large amounts of his wealth in the effort to abolish slavery.

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