Robert Purvis
(1810-1898)

abolitionist and agent for the Underground Railroad

Died aged c. 88

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Commemorated on 1 plaque

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Philadelphia, PA, United States

Robert Purvis (1810-1898). An abolitionist, Purvis fought for the rights of Blacks through his lecturing, writing, and activity in antislavery societies. As an agent for the Underground Railroad, he built a secret area here at his house to hide slaves.

1601 Mt. Vernon St., Philadelphia, PA, United States where they was