William Donnegan
Obituary
William Donnegan is not a household name today, but in the 19th century he was known as a Black businessman who helped runaways escape from slavery, fought for quality education for Black children and counted Abraham Lincoln among his clients. But it was the violent way in which he died that brought him national attention […] [Read Full Obituary >]

Lincoln’s Springfield: The Underground Railroad, Richard E. Hart, Original Photographer unknown, From Illinois DNR Historical Archive
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