On this day in 1773, the renowned poet Phillis Wheatley was freed from slavery.

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From the desk of “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” “This Day in History Class” quickly recounts a tidbit from today’s events in history.

This Day in History Class

On this day in 1773, the renowned poet Phillis Wheatley was freed from slavery.

African American poet Phillis Wheatley is freed from slavery - October 18th, 1773

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