Thomas Garrett
Thomas Garrett | |
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Garrett around 1850 | |
| Born | August 21, 1789 |
| Died | January 25, 1871 (aged 81) Wilmington, Delaware, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Abolitionist, Underground Railroad station master |
| Years active | 1813–1865 |
Thomas Garrett (August 21, 1789 – January 25, 1871) was an American abolitionist and assisted in the Underground Railroad movement before the American Civil War. He helped more than 2,500 African Americans escape slavery.
For his efforts, he was threatened, harassed, and assaulted. A $10,000 (equivalent to $377,960 in 2024) bounty was established for his capture. He was arrested and convicted for helping Emeline and Samuel Hawkins escape slavery.