James Forten
Philadelphian James Forten was a lucrative sailmaker who used his fortune to support abolition causes. This spot and five other public service announcements, made possible by GPTMC and its partners, were aired throughout Black History Month in 2008. the series earned a Mid-Atlantic Emmy nomination.
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