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On September 6, 1848, the National Black Convention met in Cleveland. It was presided over by Frederick Douglass.

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SPC Douglas Bolton

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Sad there was one in the first place.

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Lt Col John (Jack) Christensen

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Excellent history share.

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1st Lt Padre Dave Poedel

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That there ever needed to be such a Convention is a sin, but praise God for the leadership and contributions of those we enslaved. Lord, have mercy.

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