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Olaudah Equiano
Black British abolitionist and writer (c. 1745 – 1797)
Olaudah Equiano was born in 1745 in Benin and died on March 31, 1797.
Born
in 1745
Died: March 31, 1797
- Birthplace
- Benin
- Professions
- autobiographer, actor, merchant, barber, writer
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Questions people ask
Where was Olaudah Equiano born?
Olaudah Equiano was born in Benin.
When did Olaudah Equiano die?
Olaudah Equiano died on March 31, 1797.