March 2, 1807 ~ Congrss banned importation of enslaved people, effective January 1, 1808, but established no remedy for Africans illegally smuggled into the country after the enactment of the ban.
March 2, 1807 ~ Congrss banned importation of enslaved people, effective January 1, 1808, but established no remedy for Africans illegally smuggled into the country after the enactment of the ban.