Early Methodists

Haley Jensen

Mar 30, 20213 min read

Olaudah Equiano/Gustavus Vassa

Olaudah Equiano/ Gustavus Vassa (1745–1797) was an author, abolitionist, and seamen. He most likely grew up in present day Nigeria. As a...

Haley Jensen

Feb 24, 20212 min read

James Albert Ukawsaw Gronniosaw

James Albert Ukawsaw Gronniosaw (1710? -1775) was the grandson of the king of Bournou, in modern day Northern Eastern Nigeria. He grew...

Haley Jensen

Feb 23, 20212 min read

John Thornton

John Thornton (1720-1790) was one of the wealthiest merchants in Europe. Thornton's father was the director of the Bank of England, and...