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Historical Documents A portrait of James Forten

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click image for close-up	This watercolor by an unknown artist shows James Forten, prominent Philadelphia businessman, abolitionist and black leader, in profile. Although undated, the portrait was most likely painted during Forten's lifetime. Image Credit: The Historical Society of Pennsylvania previous | next
Related Entries: • The Forten women • Forten letter to Cuffe

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