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Mary Ellen Pleasant, a Haitian-descended abolitionist, built a fortune and fought for civil rights in 19th-century America.

Mary Ellen Pleasant, the Haitian-descended entrepreneur and abolitionist who built a fortune in 19th-century America

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Overview: Originally published on Feb. 3, 2019 in The Haitian Times, this article explores the life of Mary Ellen Pleasant, a Haitian-descended entrepreneur and abolitionist who used her wealth and…

February 11, 2025

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Mary Ellen Pleasant, the Haitian-descended entrepreneur and abolitionist who built a fortune in 19th-century America

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