#BlackHistoryMonth Today is African-American social reformer, abolitionist, orator, writer, and statesman, Frederick Douglass' 200th birthday. Douglass escaped slavery and played a pivotal role in the abolitionist movement. He gained notoriety for his antislavery writings and oratory skills. . . . #frederickdouglass #blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #abolitionist #HU #HowardU #howarduniversity