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Library Branch:
Bloomington Public Library
Room:
Virtual Room
Age Group:
Adult,
Teens
Program Type:
Online Program
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From Slave to State Legislator
John W. E. Thomas was born a slave in Alabama in 1847. After migrating to Illinois after the Civil War, he became a successful teacher, attorney, and politician.