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United States Declaration of Independence
Benjamin Banneker sends a copy of his Almanac and writes a letter to Thomas Jefferson criticizing his pro-slavery stance and requesting justice for African Americans using language from the Declaration of Independence
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1791 Highlights
About August 19, 1791
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 229 years, 5 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Leo
