Daniel Abraham Gaddie
Baptist preacher based in Kentucky
Daniel Abraham Gaddie (May 21, 1836 – November 13, 1911) was a Baptist preacher in Louisville, Kentucky. He was known for his leadership in state and national Baptist organizations.
Biography
Gaddie was born May 21, 1836. At birth, he had the last name "Jamison", the name of his father and slave owner. When freed, he changed his name to Gaddie. He was born in Hart County, Kentucky.
He was ordained in 1865 by a committee including Rev. Henry Adams, Rev. Richard Sneethen, Charles Edwards, and Solomon Patterson. He was pastor in several cities in Kentucky.
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