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“[Hypatia Bradlaugh Bonner belonged to] that small army of brave people who made it their duty, without thought of themselves or hope or expectation of reward, to strive for unpopular causes. [Chapman Cohen on the death of noted freethinker and peace advocate Hypatia Bradlaugh Bonner]”

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Chapman Cohen
Chapman Cohen

Chapman Cohen, an American writer, was born on September 1, 1868, and passed away on February 4, 1954. Known for his extensive literary works, Cohen's contributions spanned various forms, including novels, essays, and poetry. more

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