The American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions

The American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions (ABCFM) was established in 1810 as one of the first American missionary organizations. Its purpose was to spread Christianity and promote education and social reform in foreign countries. The board played a significant role in sending missionaries around the world, particularly to places like India, the Middle East, and East Asia. It focused on establishing schools, churches, and healthcare services, aiming to improve the lives of local populations while sharing Christian teachings. The ABCFM helped shape the modern missionary movement and influenced global interactions in the 19th and 20th centuries.