James Mott
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James Mott (June 20, 1788 – January 26, 1868) was a Quaker leader, teacher, merchant, and anti-slavery activist. He was married to suffragist leader Lucretia Mott. Like her, he wanted enslaved people to be freed. He helped found anti-slavery organizations, participated in the "free-produce movement", and operated an Underground Railroad depot with their family. The Motts concealed Henry "Box" Brown after he had been shipped from Richmond, Virginia in a crate. Mott also supported women's rights, chairing the Seneca Falls Convention in 1848. He spent four years supporting the establishment of Swarthmore College.
For the U.S. Representative from Oregon, see James W. Mott. For the U.S. Representative from New Jersey, see James Mott (New Jersey politician).
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Born | (1788-06-20)June 20, 1788 North Hempstead, New York, US |
Died | January 26, 1868(1868-01-26) (aged 79) New York City, US |
Occupation | Merchant |
Known for | Abolitionist, work on the Underground Railroad |
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