Norton Introduces Resolution Commemorating Historic Escape Attempt by Slaves in D.C. on Ship
April 17, 2025
April 17, 2025
WASHINGTON, April 17 (Rep.) -- Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton, D-D.C., issued the following news release:
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Norton Introduces Resolution Commemorating Historic Escape Attempt by Slaves in D.C. on Ship
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) today introduced a resolution commemorating the 1848 slave escape that occurred in D.C. on the ship the Pearl.
"When it comes, statehood will free District residents of every race . . .
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Norton Introduces Resolution Commemorating Historic Escape Attempt by Slaves in D.C. on Ship
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) today introduced a resolution commemorating the 1848 slave escape that occurred in D.C. on the ship the Pearl.
"When it comes, statehood will free District residents of every race . . .