Waterford pays tribute to Frederick Douglass who visited the city in October 1845.
Frederick Douglass a former slave became a world famous abolitionist for slavery. A plaque unveiled at Waterford City Hall reads,
Frederick Douglass
American Abolitionist
Social Reformer
And Statesman spoke in
City Hall
9th October 1845
Frederick Douglass became a close friend of Daniel O'Connell. Their friendship was referred to by US President Barack Obama during his visit to Ireland two years ago.
An RTÉ News report broadcast on 7 October 2013. The reporter is Paul Colgan.
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