Charles Bennett Ray (December 25, 1807 – August 15, 1886) was a prominent African-American abolitionist, the owner and editor of the weekly newspaper The Colored American, and a notable journalist and clergyman.
Read more about Charles Bennett Ray: Early Life and Education, Ministry, Abolitionism, The Colored American, Family
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