The Delegates Moral Dilemma Addressing Slavery When Writing the United States
Also look under the term Representation - the North and South differed. There was issue of property and people. Ex. Morris thought property shuld be taken into account, as well as population, when determining representation.
Particular People - We have many of their papers. The State Papers, but also copies of the personal/office papers of the person - especially if they held office.
Citations - As you come across citations within the text, you may notice that they are referenced slightly differently. Be sure you use the History Day recommended/required style. We can help you find the documents when you have citations. The Links below will go to the general pages.
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During the Pequot Wars, defeated tribes were dispersed and/or sent to Caribbean
lost many of the results
Selected Databases. Others may be of help.
suggested terms: Indians, slavery, enslavement, pauper apprenticeship
Other terms used during the time period being studied
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