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kwright
kwright

I imagine that this is considered one of the most important pieces of legislation ever passed. Also one that garnered a great deal of criticism from the Southern States who economically relied on slavery.

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Publication Title:
American Milestone Documents
Short Description:
View images of original documents representing some of the most historic milestones in United States history.
Document Group:
U.S. Constitution and Amendments
Document Group Year:
1787
Browse Title:
Amendment 13: Abolition of Slavery
Year:
1865
Citation:
The House Joint Resolution proposing the 13th amendment to the Constitution, March 2, 1861; Enrolled Acts and Resolutions of Congress, 1789-1999; General Records of the United States Government; Record Group 11; National Archives.
Title:
Amendment 13: Abolition of Slavery
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1

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