178 Years After Banning Slavery, France Scraps ‘Code Noir’ Rules That Governed It
An in-depth look at 178 years after banning slavery, france scraps ‘code noir’ rules that governed it, exploring the key developments, reactions, and what comes next.
SourceNY Times
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In a symbolic move, the French Senate approved the repeal of regulations that had remained on the books long after slavery’s abolition.
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