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apr 1, 1783 - Massachusetts Supreme Court outlaws slavery

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Massachusetts bans slavery in their state.

Causes: They cite the state Bill of Rights “all men are born free and equal.”

Impact: Other states decide if they agree or not with what the Bill of Rights statement means.

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apr 1, 1783
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~ 242 years ago

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