Zabdiel Boylston
House built in 1736 by Zabdiel Boylston, the first physician in America to inoculate for smallpox. In 1721 he inoculated his own son and two slaves. Despite popular prejudice the result was decisive and the courage of Dr. Boylston saved untold life and suffering.
1930 text, presented as a historical document.
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Marker data: Massachusetts Bay Colony Tercentenary Commission, 1930 (Commonwealth of Massachusetts)
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