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H.Res. 1104

ResolutionFederalHouseIn Committee
Recognizing the historic abolitionist events surrounding the Pearl, and honoring its legacy in American history.
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Committee
Latest Action · September 11, 2020
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
Congress
116th (2019–2021)
Introduced
September 11, 2020
Sponsor
Del. Eleanor NortonD
Cosponsors (0)
None
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This resolution honors the legacy of those who furthered freedom in the Pearl Incident and recognizes their historical importance. (On April 15, 1848, 77 slaves attempted to flee the District of Columbia and Alexandria, Virginia, on the ship the Pearl.)

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