Elihu Burritt was born on December 8, 1810 in New Britain, CT. American diplomat who advocated for the cessation of slavery and devoted himself to the pursuit of world peace.
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About
American diplomat who advocated for the cessation of slavery and devoted himself to the pursuit of world peace.
Before Fame
He trained as a blacksmith before being appointed United States consul in Birmingham, England.
Trivia
He founded an international organization called the Friends of Peace, which was a precursor to the League of Nations and the United Nations.
Family Life
He was born in New Britain, Connecticut to william and Elizabeth Burritt.
Associated With
He was appointed consul to Birmingham by U.S. President Abraham Lincoln.
