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James Forten, born on September 2, 1766, in Philadelphia, and died on March 4, 1842. He was an African American during the American Revolutionary War, contributing to the cause of American independence.

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“It seems almost incredible that the advocates of liberty should conceive of the idea of selling a fellow creature to slavery.”

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Born: September 2, 1766
Died: March 4, 1842
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