William Still (Oct 7, 1821 - Jul 14, 1902). Abolitionist, businessman, writer, historian, civil rights activist based in Philadelphia, PA, conductor of the Underground Railroad. He was responsible for aiding and assisting at least 649 enslaved persons to freedom towards North.
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"William Still, Abolitionist and Underground Railroad Conductor." Historianspeaks, October 8, 2025. https://historianspeaks.org/blog/william-still-abolitionist-and-underground-railroad-conductor.
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