Charlotte Forten Grimke
Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast
06/08/24
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Born to a wealthy Black family, Charlotte Forten enjoyed a level of privilege uncommon for Black Americans of the period. She spent her life dedicated to the uplift of her fellow countrymen by pursuing a teaching career.
So just who was Charlotte Forten Grimke? Tune in to find out.
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