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His Excellency Stephen Allen Benson, President of Liberia, 1862. Creator: Unknown
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His Excellency Stephen Allen Benson, President of Liberia, 1862. Creator: Unknown
His Excellency Stephen Allen Benson, President of Liberia, 1862....the President...is of pure African blood. He was sent from Maryland at the age of six, and, having gone through great vicissitudes - among others of being a prisoner when very young among the aborigines, then being a successful merchant, then being a member of the Legislature as Senator, then Judge, then Vice-President of the Republic, and, of course, President of the Senate, and occasionally military commander of the volunteer countrymen in resisting the attacks of the natives - became President of the Republic...[He] was inaugurated for a fourth term last January. The Republic of Liberia... lying between Sierra Leone and the Gold Coast, and has a population of from 500, 000 to 600, 000 souls, of whom nearly 500, 000 are aboriginal inhabitants. Under the able presidency of Mr. Benson, Liberia has made great strides, and the honour shown to him during his present visit to this country is indicative of the interest felt both for him and for the country over which he presides...His Excellency, who is a special commissioner for Liberia at the International Exhibition, will bear away with him the good will and best wishes of a large number of English people'. From "Illustrated London News", 1862
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Great image of His Excellency Stephen Allen Benson, the distinguished President of Liberia in 1862. The caption beneath this photograph reveals an intriguing backstory of Benson's remarkable journey from Maryland to becoming the President of Liberia. Born into African descent, Benson was sent to Liberia at the tender age of six. His life was marked by numerous challenges, including being held captive among indigenous people at a young age. However, he overcame adversity and flourished, eventually becoming a successful merchant, a member of the Legislature as Senator, a Judge, the Vice-President of the Republic, and the President of the Senate. He also served as a military commander, leading the volunteer countrymen in defending against native attacks. Benson's impressive accomplishments culminated in his election as President of the Republic for a fourth term in January 1862. Liberia, located between Sierra Leone and the Gold Coast, boasted a population of approximately 500,000 to 600,000 souls, with nearly half being indigenous inhabitants. Under Benson's capable leadership, Liberia experienced significant progress. The honor bestowed upon Benson during his visit to England is a testament to the widespread admiration and interest in both him and the country he governed. Benson served as a special commissioner for Liberia at the International Exhibition, carrying with him the goodwill and best wishes of many English people. This photograph offers a glimpse into the life of a remarkable leader who defied the odds and left an indelible mark on the history of Liberia. The unknown creator of this image has captured a moment in time that continues to inspire and intrigue us today.
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