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1808 - End of the Slave Trade

The United States will no longer allow slaves to be brought here, or imported, from foreign countries. But this ruling does not affect slaves who are already here. It will take a war to win their freedom.

Exhibit & Section: 
History Timeline [1]
Nation: America 1782-1819 [2]
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310
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Event Date Field: 
Friday, January 1, 1808
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