Study the life and work of this early black preacher, author, and missionary.
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- StAugustine.com: A Moment in Black History: John Marrant 02/14/03 John Marrant (1755-1791) is sometimes called the first black preacher in America. He was also the pioneer author of "A Narrative of the Lord's Wonderful Dealings With John Marrant, a Black." Read a sketch of his life here.