Olaudah Equiano

(1744–1797) Writer

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Olaudah Equiano was a writer, best known for The life of Olaudah Equiano, or Gustavus Vassa, the African.

Quick Facts About Olaudah Equiano

Born: November 30, 1744
Died: March 31, 1797
Profession: Writer
Notable works: The life of Olaudah Equiano, or Gustavus Vassa, the African
Known for: The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano

About Olaudah Equiano

Olaudah Equiano, known for most of his life as Gustavus Vassa, was a writer and abolitionist. According to his memoir, he was from the village of Essaka, presumed to be in present-day southern Nigeria. Enslaved as a child in West Africa, he was shipped to the Caribbean and sold to a Royal Navy officer. He was sold twice more before purchasing his freedom in 1766.

Biography source: Wikipedia