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dec 6, 1865 - 13th Amendment

Description:

Amendment that abolished slavery and involuntary servitude, except as punishement for a crime.

Causes
The Union North had won the Civil War and wanted to ban slavery.

Impacts
One step closer to lasting freedom and equality for African Americans.
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Banned slavery

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Date:

dec 6, 1865
Now
~ 160 years ago

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