12 févr. 1793 - Fugitive Slave Act of 1793
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Congress passes the Fugitive Slave Act of 1793 on February 12. The act allowed runaway slaves to be recovered and brought back to their original slaveowner, and authorized the arrest of the fugitive. A fine of $500 was also incorporated for any person who helped a fugitive.
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