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November 17, 1829

Freedom's Journal Founded

On March 28, 1829, Freedom's Journal published its final issue. During its two-year run, it had documented the achievements and struggles of African Americans and provided a platform for anti-slavery arguments. It established the tradition of the Black press in America.

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People: John Brown Russwurm, Samuel Cornish
Sources
1. Freedom's Journal: The First African American Newspaper - Library of Congress

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