slaves

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Around 12-15 million African men, women and children were captured and trafficked to the Americas to work as slaves from the 15-19th century.

From BBC • Jun. 20, 2026

The cultural chasm between Europeans and Africans presented obstacles to conversion, and a long legacy of church practice forbidding the enslavement of fellow Christians provided grounds to leave slaves in unbelief.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026

It wasn’t until June 19, 1865 that Texas officially freed its slaves after Union General Gordon Granger, along with more than 2,000 soldiers, read federal orders in Galveston, Texas.

From Barron's • Jun. 19, 2026

Earlier this year, another federal judge ordered the signage related to Washington’s slaves restored.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 13, 2026

“And yes, Mr. Pinkerton is an abolitionist. He is a friend to the slaves and offers refuge in his home here as they journey north to Canada, where they can live free.”

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan