(1809 - 1876)
Joseph Jenkins Roberts was born in Norfolk, Virginia.
Unlike most African Americans at the time, Roberts was born free. He was not a slave.
Roberts learned the shipping business from his father.
After his father's death, Roberts' family moved to Liberia in Africa.
Joseph Jenkins Roberts was a successful businessman in the new colony.
Roberts became governor of the colony.
When the colony became a nation, Roberts was elected the first president.
Several years later, Roberts was elected to serve another term as president.
Joseph Jenkins Roberts died in office.
The Ninth President - Virginia contributed eight US Presidents and two presidents of other nations.
Wikopedia Basic information on Roberts
The African American Registry: Biographical information
Library of Congress: Roberts in Liberia
Encyclopedia Britanica: The First President of Liberia
The Hampton Roads Press Roberts effect on Liberia
Page created July , 2003. Anne Pemberton. Updated Thu, April 24, 2008 . AP.
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