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Some would say that America, having declared slavery illegal through the enactment of the 13th Amendment, and having fought a civil war which nearly tore this nascent nation asunder, a war which resulted in over 500,000 killed or wounded, has apologized quite adequately in its own blood. However, it would be well to remember that historically, slavery was introduced into North America by colonists during the period of British colonization in the 1600 and 1700s. Therefore, in point of fact, slavery in North America preceded the establishment of the United States of America as an independent country by over 100 years. For those who are looking for someone to blame, Britain, not America, must be considered primarily responsible for slavery becoming established and so deeply rooted in the Colonies' culture and economy. Ultimately, it was the independent United States of America that took it upon itself, at great cost as noted above, to abolish slavery in America and recognize all men as being equal in the eyes of the law. It took nearly 100 years to do so, but the United States of America finally rejected literally thousands of years of slaving history worldwide. Now America is being asked to apologize? Those who would single America out, among all the nations throughout history that have engaged in slavery, and demand additional apologies often have other agendas.
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The above answer is apologetic, revisionist and worse historically incorrect, it was the English who first outlawed slavery (Council of London 1102) and while English religious fundamentalists independent of Great Britain and against British law introduced slavery to the 13 colonies it was the British Royal Navy in 1788 (Sir William Dolben's Act) and (Abolition Of The Slave Trade Act) who policed the seas capturing slavers and freeing slaves from all ships irrespective of that nation's colours. Meanwhile the United States continued to use slaves, it wasn't until 1807 (Act Prohibiting Importation of Slaves) that the trade was finally outlawed; however, the slave trade increased dramatically to pander to the South's cotton industry. On a side note, after Jefferson gave his 'All Men Are Created Equal' speech he had children by Sally Hemmings (1773-1835) who he kept as slaves throughout their lives.
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Why was slavery banned in the us?
slavery was banned because many people including the government found it unconstitutional
What was the Southern and Northern positions on slavery after the US Civil War?
At the conclusion of the US Civil War, the 13th Amendment to the US Constitution abolished slavery in the United States. The South had no choices about slavery as being a defeated rebellious force, the Republican dominated Federal Government and slavery was abolished. Southerners realized that whatever their wishes were about slavery, it would no longer exist in the United States.
What state in the US supported slavery first?
Maryland was the first US state to support slavery.
Was slavery everywhere in the US?
No, slavery was only in the South. Known as the Confederate
The disagreement over the ratification of the us Constitution had what effect on the government?
For one, slavery was not abolished because even though most northern states were not in favor of slavery, they eventually compromised to create/keep a union. Many African Americans who fought for the country's independence in promise for their freedom were returned to slavery.
What was true of Japanese Interment?
The U.S. government later apologized for it.
When did the US government formally apologize for Japanese internment?
The US government formally apologized for Japanese internment in 1990.
The US government has adequately addressed what happened in the camp?
Yes, the government has apologized and paid reparations.
The US government has adequately addressed what happened in the Japanese-American camps?
Yes, the government has apologized and paid reparations.
Did the US government support slavery?
Yes
Why was slavery banned in the us?
slavery was banned because many people including the government found it unconstitutional
How did the US government treat blacks who had escaped from slavery?
they were still slaves and had to be returned
What will happen if slavery is in the US?
It already exists here in the U.S. we are all slaves to our government.
What were laws that the federal government passed during the Federalist period that affected slavery?
the federal government banned the importion of slaves to the US
Who Campaigned or worked to get US government to end slavery?
William Lloyd Garrison, editor of The Liberator.
What was the Southern and Northern positions on slavery after the US Civil War?
At the conclusion of the US Civil War, the 13th Amendment to the US Constitution abolished slavery in the United States. The South had no choices about slavery as being a defeated rebellious force, the Republican dominated Federal Government and slavery was abolished. Southerners realized that whatever their wishes were about slavery, it would no longer exist in the United States.
In the middle 1800's what kind of law did may southern states fear the US government would pass?
The southerners feared that the federal government would pass additional restrictions on slavery and finally ban slavery outright.
