Elihu Burritt - 1
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Elihu Burritt - 1
ELIHU BURRITT American self-educated blacksmith, champion of pacifism. Date: 1810 - 1879
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1810 1879 Blacksmith Champion Educated Pacifism Burritt Elihu
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This image depicts Elihu Burritt (1810-1879), an American self-taught blacksmith and a passionate advocate for peace. Burritt, born into slavery in Connecticut in 1810, gained his freedom in his early twenties and went on to become a renowned figure in the abolitionist and peace movements. Despite his humble beginnings, Burritt's insatiable thirst for knowledge led him to teach himself to read and write, and he became a skilled blacksmith. However, it was his deep commitment to pacifism that truly set him apart. In the mid-1800s, as tensions between the North and South of the United States were escalating towards the Civil War, Burritt traveled to Europe to plead for peace. He met with leaders such as Queen Victoria, Napoleon III, and Pope Pius IX, urging them to intervene and prevent the impending conflict. Burritt's tireless efforts for peace earned him the nickname "The Black Ambassador." He believed that education and diplomacy were the keys to resolving conflicts and promoting harmony among people of different races and nationalities. Burritt's legacy continues to inspire us today, as we strive for a world where peace and understanding prevail. This photograph, taken in the late 1800s, captures the wisdom and determination of a man who defied the odds and dedicated his life to promoting peace and equality.
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