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Ratification of the 13th Amendment
February 1, 1865
The 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which abolished slavery, was adopted by the 38th Congress.
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Debra Brawley
May 14, 2012
Ratification of the 13th Amendment
February 1, 1865
The 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which abolished slavery, was adopted by the 38th Congress.
May 14, 2012
