William Allen FRS, FLS (August 29,1770--September 30,1843) was an English Quaker, scientist and philanthropist who opposed slavery and engaged in schemes of social and penal improvement in early nineteenth century England.
William Allen FRS, FLS (August 29,1770--September 30,1843) was an English Quaker born in Spitalfields, England. He was a scientist and philanthropist who opposed slavery and engaged in schemes of social and penal improvement in early nineteenth century England.