jan 1, 1865 - Reconstruction Efforts

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Reconstruction efforts to assimilate slaves into society start in the United States of America. The U.S. House of Representatives passes the 13th Amendment to the Constitution abolishing slavery in the Union. Former confederate states enact Black Codes which forbids African Americans from testifying against whites, serve on juries, bear arms, hold large meeting, it also allows for public schools and other public services to be segregated.

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