United States Thirteenth Amendment 1863-65

An amendment to the United States Constitution to abolish slavery introduced during the American Civil War.

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United States Thirteenth Amendment 1863-65, Date: 12 Jan 1864, 00:00

S. Res. 16

Last decision:

United States Thirteenth Amendment 1863-65, Date: 09 Feb 1864, 00:00

[Editors' note: S. Res. 16 is reported to the Senate on February 10, 1864.]


Creator event:

United States Thirteenth Amendment 1863-65, Date: 09 Feb 1864, 00:00

S. Res. 24


Creator event:

United States Thirteenth Amendment 1863-65, Date: 09 Feb 1864, 00:00

S. Res. 25