Explain who John Brown was and a brief outline of his past?

John Brown (May 9, 1800 – December 2, 1859) was an American abolitionist. Brown advocated the use of armed insurrection to overthrow the institution of slavery in the United States. He first gained national attention when he led small groups of volunteers during the Bleeding Kansas crisis of 1856.

Born: May 9, 1800, Torrington, Connecticut

Died: December 2, 1859

Parents: Owen Brown, Ruth Mills

Nationality: United States

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