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Joshua Coffin

1792 – 1864

American antiquary and abolitionist

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About Joshua Coffin

Lived 1792 – 1864 (aged 71).

Joshua Coffin (October 12, 1792 – June 24, 1864) was a historian, an American antiquary, and an abolitionist.

Life Coffin was born to Joseph and Judith (née Toppan) Coffin in Newbury, Massachusetts October 12, 1792 and is buried at the Newbury First Parish Burying Ground.

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Important facts

Birth century
Known for
Abolitionism in the United States
Education
Dartmouth College

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Joshua Coffin's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Joshua Coffin?

American antiquary and abolitionist

When was Joshua Coffin born?

Joshua Coffin was born on 12 October 1792 in Newbury.

When did Joshua Coffin die?

Joshua Coffin died on 24 June 1864 in Newbury, Massachusetts.

What was Joshua Coffin known for?

Joshua Coffin was known for Abolitionism in the United States.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Joshua Coffin

· Wikidata: Q6289733

· DBpedia: Joshua Coffin

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