Woolman, John, 1720-1772
Person
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John Woolman Manuscripts Collection
Collection — Othertype MSS-068
Identifier: SFHL-MSS-068
Overview
John Woolman (1720-1772) was one of the most influential ministers in the history of the Religious Society of Friends. He was particularly active in opposing slavery and encouraging Quakers to disavow the practice. His journal, published posthumously, is still considered an important document in the fields of religion, history, and literature. The Friends Historical Library of Swarthmore College holds several versions of Woolman's manuscript journal, letters written by Woolman, and other...
Dates:
1720 - 1939
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- Subject: Slavery -- United States X