Era of slavery (apr 30, 1619 – jun 19, 1863)
Description:
Thinking back to before America was considered American, it was called the British colony. 20 enslaved Africans were brought ashore to the British colony. In 1863, a emancipation was signed and the proclamation declared that "all persons holding slaves are henceforward shall be free".Added by: Vanessa
Edited by: Devin
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Date:
apr 30, 1619
jun 19, 1863
~ 244 years