Debate on the Benefit of Slavery, Demosthenian Literary Society Minutes, 1829-1839: pages 386-387

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In 1839, the Demosthenian Literary Society debated "Has the introduction of slaves into the United States been beneficial?"

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Demosthenian Literary Society

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English

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Demosthenian Hall, March 9th, 1839,
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A necessary portion of the Laws being read, and the declaiming and senior classes called on, the society next proceeded to the discussion of the following subject. "Has the introduction of slaves into the United States been beneficial?" Which after quite an interesting debate, and it being put to the house for decision, it was found to be in favor of the affirmative twenty seven to nine.
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Demosthenian Literary Society , “Debate on the Benefit of Slavery, Demosthenian Literary Society Minutes, 1829-1839: pages 386-387,” African American Experience in Athens, accessed June 10, 2023, https://digihum.libs.uga.edu/items/show/168.

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