Explore the life and legacy of Cassius Clay, a mid-1800s abolitionist and politician known for his incredible toughness and advocacy against slavery. Serving in the Kentucky House of Representatives and later appointed ambassador to Russia by Abraham Lincoln, Clay's life was filled with legendary duels and physical exploits. Known as the Lion of White Hall, Clay's dedication to abolishing slavery in a pro-slavery state made him a remarkable figure in U.S. history.

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