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Daniel Abraham Gaddie
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Gaddie in 1887
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| Born | May 21, 1832 |
| Died | November 13, 1911 (aged 79) Louisville, Kentucky, United States
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| Other names | Daniel Abraham Jamison |
| Alma mater | Simmons College of Kentucky |
| Occupation | Minister, blacksmith |
| Religion | Baptist |
Daniel Abraham Gaddie (born May 21, 1836 – died November 13, 1911) was an important Baptist preacher in Louisville, Kentucky. He was known for being a strong leader in Baptist groups both in Kentucky and across the country. He worked hard for education and civil rights for African Americans.
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The Life of Daniel Abraham Gaddie
Early Life and Freedom
Daniel Abraham Gaddie was born on May 21, 1836, in Hart County, Kentucky. When he was born, he had the last name "Jamison." This was the name of his father and the person who enslaved him. After he gained his freedom, he changed his last name to Gaddie.
Before he became a preacher, Daniel Gaddie worked as a blacksmith. This job made him very strong. People even said he was like "Ajax in bravery" and "a Hercules in strength."
A Powerful Preacher and Leader
In 1865, Daniel Gaddie became an ordained minister. This means he was officially recognized as a pastor. He served as a pastor in several cities in Kentucky. In October 1872, he became the pastor of Glendale and Green Street Baptist churches. He led the Green Street church until 1911.
In this role, he became a very important leader among Baptists in Kentucky. He also became a key figure for African Americans in the state. He played a big part in the Kentucky Colored Education Convention in 1869. This meeting worked to improve education for Black children.
Starting in the 1870s, Gaddie was a delegate at the General Association of Kentucky Baptists. A delegate is someone chosen to represent a group. He later became an officer in this organization. He also served as treasurer for the National American Baptist Convention in 1886. A treasurer manages money for an organization.
Gaddie was also elected vice president of the American Consolidated Baptist Convention. He was a member of the Board of Trustees and the Executive Board at the Simmons College of Kentucky. This college gave him an honorary doctorate degree in divinity in 1887. This special degree recognized his great work as a religious leader.
Speaking Up for Justice
Daniel Gaddie was known for being a bold speaker. In 1898, he gave a sermon that caused a lot of discussion. He spoke against the coming Spanish–American War. He argued that African Americans did not have enough legal protection in the United States. He believed it was wrong to fight for another country when people at home were not treated fairly. This showed his courage to speak out for what he believed was right.
His Final Days
Daniel Gaddie preached at Sunday services on November 12, 1911. The next day, Monday, November 13, 1911, he became ill and passed away. Doctors said he had acute indigestion. Daniel Gaddie was buried in Eastern Cemetery in Louisville.
