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The Conductor: The Story of Rev. John Rankin, Abolitionism's Essential Founding Father

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Reviving the Legacy of an Unsung Abolitionist Hero

This chapter explores Rev. John Rankin's pivotal but often overlooked role in the abolition movement, particularly in the Ohio River Valley. The speaker shares a personal connection to Rankin's legacy and discusses the significance of narrative storytelling in understanding historical figures who serve as positive role models today.

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