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University of North Carolina: Slavery and the Making of the University WebsiteUniversity of North Carolina: Slavery and the Making of the University Website
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University of North Carolina: Slavery and the Making of the University

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This online exhibit from the University of North Carolina chronicles the impact slaves had on campus during the antebellum period. View primary sources showing contributions of slaves, college servants and free persons of color to their history.

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george moses horton, slavery and university of north carolina, general historic information about north carolina, slavery system
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Grade
9th - 10th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Websites
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For Administrator Use
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Lexile Measures
1950L

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