EPISODE · Jul 2, 2026 · 1 MIN
#OTD in 1777: Vermont Becomes First U.S. Territory to Ban Slavery
from AURN News · host Clay Cane
On July 2, 1777, Vermont became the first U.S. territory to ban slavery, taking a historic stand while the American Revolution was still underway. The move helped establish an early anti-slavery precedent that would influence future debates over freedom, equality and citizenship. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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On July 2, 1777, Vermont became the first U.S. territory to ban slavery, setting a precedent that challenged the nation's founding contradictions.
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#OTD in 1777: Vermont Becomes First U.S. Territory to Ban Slavery
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