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Birth
Born into slavery as Frederick Augustus Washington Bailey in Maryland, -
Education
Taught to read and write by his master's wife. -
Escape
Flees from slavery and travels to New York. -
Publications
Publishes Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, An American Slave. -
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European Tour
Travels to Europe to speak about his experiences as a slave and promotes anti-slavery initiatives and abolition. -
Women's Suffrage and Rights
Attends Women's Rights Convention in Seneca Falls, New York and becomes inspired to advocate for equality. -
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Civil War
Works closely with Lincoln to support the Union cause. -
Political Work
Appointed Minister Resident and Counsel of the Republic of Haiti. -
Death and Legacy
Dies from an unspecified illness but is remembered by his publications and tireless advocacy of the oppressed.
