Samuel Gridley Howe

Samuel Gridley Howe (November 10, 1801 – January 9, 1876) was a nineteenth century United States physician, abolitionist, and an advocate of education for the blind.

Read more about Samuel Gridley Howe:  Early Life and Education, Greek Revolution, Work For The Blind, Marriage and Family, Antislavery Activities, Civil War and Reconstruction, Philanthropic Activities, Final Years and Death, Further Reading

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