Black activist Richard Allen is best known for his formation of the AME Church in what city?

Richard Allen is best known for founding the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church in Philadelphia. Established in 1816, the AME Church was the first independent black denomination in the United States, created to provide a space for African Americans to worship freely and advocate for their rights. Allen's leadership and vision played a crucial role in the church's growth and impact on the African American community.