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68. The Long Death of Slavery

Empire

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The Heartbreaking Journey of James Mars

This chapter recounts the harrowing story of James Mars, a young enslaved boy navigating the challenges of emancipation in 1790s Connecticut. It explores the profound emotional toll of his quest for independence amidst the stark realities of family separation and ongoing enslavement.

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