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From Slavery to Freedom

Looking Back At January 31

Looking Back At January 31
The Story Of The 13th Amendment
Who proposed the 13th Amendment, and when?
What was Abraham Lincoln’s role in framing the amendment?
What was Abraham Lincoln’s role in getting the amendment passed?
What obstacles did the proponents of the amendment face?
How did the proponents of the amendment get it passed in the House of Representatives?

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MalĂȘ Rebellion (public domain)

Looking Back At January 24

Looking Back At January 24
Claudius was proclaimed Roman emperor after the previous emperor, his nephew Caligula, was assassinated.
The MalĂȘ Uprising, also known as the Great Slave Revolt, began in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil.
James W. Marshall discovered gold at Sutter’s Mill in Coloma, California, setting off the California Gold Rush.
Robert Baden-Powell organized the first Boy Scout troop in England

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