On February 15, 1804, New Jersey began the process to abolishing slavery in the state. The state legislature approved a law that would bring gradual emancipation in the Garden State. New Jersey was the last Northern state to outlaw slavery.
Taken from: https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/this-day-in-history-black-history-month-edition-february-15th/
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