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Aug 18, 1502
Start of the Atlantic Slave Trade
The Atlantic Slave Trade began in the 15th centruy. As the European nations began to expand and explore overseas many began to enslave Africans to these nations, which became known as the slave trade. For hundreds of years Africans will be shipped all over the world including the Americas, Europe and the Middle East. -
Emancipation Proclamation
The Emancipation Proclamation drastically changed the course of American History. Slave that had been brought to the United States for hundreds of years were finally declared free by President Abraham Lincoln. After the proclamation former slaves fought for the Union during the Civil War and made great contributions towards American society. -
Renaissance
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