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Lewis Tappan was a prominent abolitionist who dedicated himself to securing the freedom of Africans illegally enslaved aboard the Amistad. His focused efforts, including the acquisition of high-caliber legal counsel, ultimately led to their liberation after a landmark Supreme Court case. Beyond legal victories, Tappan also marshalled public support and fundraising, culminating in the organized return of survivors to Africa. He was a key founder of the American Missionary Association, which established numerous anti-slavery churches and educational institutions for freedmen after the Civil War.