today in black history

January 31, 2026

In 1865, Congress abolishes slavery with the 13th Amendment to the Constitution. The vote in the House is 121 to 24.

Video of the the First Lady's Speech

POSTED: September 05, 2012, 3:35 pm

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Source: Democratic National Convention Committee

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