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From Enslaved to Entrepreneur: The Biddy Mason Story
Biddy Mason

Bridget “Biddy” Mason was brought to California as a slave, but, having learned of her legal rights, fought in court and won her freedom and that of her family. She went on to become one of the wealthiest and most philanthropic people in Los Angeles.