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Reverdy Cassius Ransom

Reverdy Cassius Ransom was a notable civil rights leader, editor, and the forty-eighth bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church. Reverdy Cassius Ransom was born on February 2, 1861, in Virginia. He dedicated his life to advocating for civil rights and social justice for African Americans. He played a crucial role in the AME Church, serving as a bishop and providing spiritual guidance and leadership to the congregation.

Ransom was also an influential editor and writer. He served as the editor of the AME Church Review, a prominent publication of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, where he used his platform to address issues related to civil rights, education, and social equality. Throughout his life, Reverdy Cassius Ransom fought for the rights and advancement of African Americans, and his work had a lasting impact on the civil rights movement and the AME Church.

Letter from Reverdy C. Ransom to W.E.B. Du Bois, February 2, 1917

As with any historical figure, there may be more recent developments or information about Reverdy Cassius Ransom beyond my last update in September 2021. To learn more about his life and contributions, I recommend consulting more recent and comprehensive sources, such as books, academic publications, or archives related to African American history and civil rights leaders.

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