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George Washington Ellis

1875–1919

United States

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George Washington Ellis (May 4, 1875 – November 26, 1919) was an African-American attorney, writer, and speaker. Ellis was born on May 4, 1875, in Weston, Missouri. He attended the University of Kansas, graduating in 1893 with a Bachelor of Law degree.

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