About James N. Buffum
Lived 1807 – 1887 (aged 80). James N. Buffum was an American politician.
Abolitionist When Frederick Douglass was dragged out of a train car on the Eastern Railroad, Buffum helped Douglass fight off the mob.
In 1845 Buffum went to Scotland with Douglass to protest against the Free Church of Scotland keeping money donated from American slaveholders.
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Who was James N. Buffum?
American politician (1807–1887)
When was James N. Buffum born?
James N. Buffum was born on 16 May 1807 in North Berwick.
When did James N. Buffum die?
James N. Buffum died on 12 June 1887 in Lynn.
What was James N. Buffum's occupation?
James N. Buffum was a politician.
What nationality was James N. Buffum?
James N. Buffum was American.
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