THE DATE BEHIND THE NAME
Josiah Henson
author, abolitionist, and minister; born into slavery, in Port Tobacco, Charles Co., Maryland, he escaped to Upper Canada (now Ontario) in 1830
Josiah Henson was born on June 15, 1789 in Charles County and died on May 5, 1883, aged 93.
Born
June 15, 1789
Josiah Henson died aged 93.
Died: May 5, 1883
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- Birthplace
- Charles County
- Professions
- preacher, autobiographer, slave, military officer, priest, abolitionist
- Citizenship
- Canada
More about Josiah Henson
- Zodiac sign
- Gemini
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Questions people ask
How old was Josiah Henson when they died?
Josiah Henson died aged 93.
When is Josiah Henson’s birthday?
Josiah Henson’s recorded birthday is June 15.
Where was Josiah Henson born?
Josiah Henson was born in Charles County.
When did Josiah Henson die?
Josiah Henson died on May 5, 1883.