Harry Hosier, 1750–1806
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Harry Hosier, 1750–1806
Circuit Preacher & Evangelist
Born in Fayetteville, NC during the Revolutionary War, Harry began to travel when he was around 30 years old as a methodist preacher. Though illiterate, he would memorize entire passages of scripture. He was such a gifted preacher that he was considered the greatest orator in the entire nation. He preached to black and white congregations alike and led many to Jesus.
Harry preached in the meeting house to more than one thousand people[…] I have never seen so tender a meeting in this town before, for a general weeping ran through the assembly, especially while Harry gave an exhortation.