Lesson 84 of 84 · The Constitution
⭐ 30 XP🏛️ Civic SquareThe 13th Amendment: Abolishing Slavery
The 13th Amendment to the United States Constitution, ratified in 1865, abolished slavery in the United States.
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Then & Now
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The 13th Amendment to the United States Constitution, ratified in 1865, abolished slavery in the United States. This significant amendment declared that neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, except as punishment for a crime, would exist in the country. It was a crucial step in the fight for civil rights, marking the end of an era when millions of people were enslaved. The passing of the 13th Amendment was a result of the Civil War and the efforts of abolitionists who believed in equality and freedom for all.
Key Facts
The 13th Amendment was ratified on December 6, 1865.
It abolished slavery and involuntary servitude in the United States.
The amendment was a key outcome of the Civil War and the abolitionist movement.
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1 of 2What did the 13th Amendment accomplish?
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