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Abraham Lincoln was president when the 13th amendment was introduced, but Andrew Johnson was president in 1866 (he was sworn in following Lincoln's death in April of 1865). The amendment was actually ratified on December 6, 1865.

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US presidents do not sign constitutional amendments. In fact, Congress does not have to notify the president if it passes a proposal for a new amendment.

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When was the 13th Amendment to the US Constituton passed?

The 13th Amendment to the US Constitution was passed in December of 1865. The amendment abolished slavery.


What document abolished slavery in the US?

It was the Emancipation Proclamation in 1865.


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The 13th Amendment.


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Abraham Lincoln was assassinated about four months after the 13th Amendment was passed. The amendment was ratified by Congress on January 31, 1865, and President Lincoln was assassinated on April 14, 1865.


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How did the 13th amendment impact participation in minority groups?

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Who was the president when 13th amendment abolishes slavery?

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What amendment was pasted in the civil war?

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What year did Abraham Lincoln ended slavery?

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