Timeline of Slavery in America

-Slavery began in the 17th century and slaves were moved out of Africa.

-In 1619, the first 20 slaves were shipped to Jamestown.

-By the late 18th century, slaves would pick cotton from plantations.

-During 1793, a cottongin was created to boost production.

-In 1847, Fredrick Douglas saw a newspaper called, "The North Star".

The Supreme Court had a case called the Dred Scott case in 1857.

-Abraham Lincoln was elected as 16th President in 1860.

-March of 1861, 7 states had succeeded the Union.

-In 1862, Lincoln announced the Emancipation Proclamation to abolish slavery.

Slaves Being Shipped Into Boats

Slaves  Picking Cotton On A Plantation

Abraham Lincoln as 16th President