Historical Events tagged with "Thirteenth Amendment"
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Lincoln Promulgates the Thirteenth Amendment
President Abraham Lincoln signed the Thirteenth Amendment, which abolished slavery in the United States. This landmark legislation marked a critical moment in American history and reflected the growing social and political momentum toward emancipation. The amendment was passed by Congress in January 1865 and was signed by Lincoln at the White House in Washington, D.C. Its passage was crucial in the context of the ongoing Civil War, aiming to ensure liberty and equality for all individuals, particularly African Americans. The Thirteenth Amendment set the stage for subsequent civil rights advancements.
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