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Elizabeth Jennings Graham

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Gender Female
Born New York
United States
Date of died June 5,1901
DiedManhattan
New York
United States
Spouse(s)Charles Graham (m. 1860-1867)
Known forAfrican-American civil rights
Parents Thomas L. Jennings
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Elizabeth Jennings Graham Life story


Elizabeth Jennings Graham was an African-American teacher and civil rights figure. In 1854, Graham insisted on her right to ride on an available New York City streetcar at a time when all such companies were private and most operated segregated cars.

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