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Jupiter Hammon

(1711–1805) Poet United States

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Jupiter Hammon was a poet from the United States, best known for An address to the Negroes in the state of New-York.

Quick Facts About Jupiter Hammon

Born
January 1, 1711
Died
November 30, 1805
Nationality
United States
Profession
Poet
Notable works
An address to the Negroes in the state of New-York

About Jupiter Hammon

Jupiter Hammon was an American writer who is known as a founder of African-American literature, as his poem published in 1761 in New York was the first by an African American man in North America. He subsequently published both poetry and prose. In addition, he was a preacher and a commercial clerk on Long Island, New York.

Biography source: Wikipedia

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