Parker Pillsbury

Parker Pillsbury (September 22, 1809 - 1898) was an American advocate for abolition and women's rights.

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September 22 - 1809 - 1898 - American - Abolition - Women's rights

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Pillsbury was born in Hamilton, Massachusetts, he moved away to work on farms in Henniker, New Hampshire while young. In 1835 he attended Gilmanton Theological Seminary, graduating in 1839, following his studies he worked in the ministry. Pillsburys' dislike of slavery led him to leave religion and work for social reform.

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Hamilton, Massachusetts - Henniker, New Hampshire - 1835 - 1839 - Social reform

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