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The American Defence of the Christian Golden Rule

John Hepburn, a Quaker from New Jersey, publishes The American Defence of the Christian Golden Rule, or, An Essay to prove the Unlawfulness of making Slaves of Men. Although it did not circulate widely, it contained almost every argument against slavery used by abolitionists over the coming century.

Rhode Island Legalizes Slavery

Rhode Island legalizes slavery.

Maryland Declares All Slaves - Slaves for Life

Maryland declares all slaves entering the province and their descendants to be slaves for life.

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