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The Dred Scott decision: opinion of Chief Justice Taney
Excerpt explaining the decision of the Dred Scott case.
Abolition of the slave trade, or the man the master
This resource is a political cartoon that shows the reversed rolls of the slave and master, showcasing the brutality of the slave master.
Duties of Christian Masters
A book written and published in the United States right before the start of the Civil War about the duties of christian slave masters.
London, April 18, 1766. A list of the East-India Company's ships. [London, 1766].
East India Companies Slave Ships List 1766, on back list of slave names 1784/85.
A Slave-dealer and his customer in Africa
This illustration shows a slave dealer making a deal with customers.
Cash! All person that have slaves to dispose of...
This is a 19th century advertisement for the purchase of slaves.
Transcription:
Cash!
All persons that have SLAVES to dispose of, will do well by giving me a call, as I will give the highest price for Men, Women, & Children. Any person that…
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Cash!
All persons that have SLAVES to dispose of, will do well by giving me a call, as I will give the highest price for Men, Women, & Children. Any person that…
Slavery in the U.S. and Morocco TimeMap
TimeMap created by HIST 4426 to chart the evolution of slavery in the U.S. and Morocco from the 7th century through the 20th century a.d.
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Youth in Crisis: Children in the Holocaust
This educational module explores the experiences of children during the Holocaust. Through a diverse selection of primary sources, this module tells…