The crew of a ship called the White Lion traded several enslaved Africans for food and repairs on this day in 1619, often described as the beginning of slavery in what would become the United States.

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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

The White Lion brought enslaved Africans to Virginia on this day in 1619.

The White Lion Brought Enslaved Africans to Virginia - Aug. 20, 1619

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