American clergyman and activist (1813-1887) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Henry Ward Beecher (June 24, 1813 – March 8, 1887) was an American clergyman, social reformer, and speaker. As the pastor of a Congregational church in Brooklyn he became famous for his work to end slavery.
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Beecher, between 1855 and 1865 | |
| Born | June 24, 1813 |
| Died | March 8, 1887 (aged 73) |
| Occupation(s) | Congregational Clergyman, abolitionist |
| Spouse | Eunice White Beecher |
| Parent(s) | Lyman and Roxana Beecher |
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