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What was the main purpose of the thirteen amendment

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Answer: It was meant to abolish slavery.

Step-by-step explanation: The thirteenth amendment states "Neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for crime whereof the party shall have been duly convicted, shall exist within the United States, or any place subject to their jurisdiction."

This means that no one is to be enslaved unless as a punishment for crime.

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Answer:

The Thirteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution abolished slavery and involuntary servitude, except as punishment for a crime.

I hope this helps you! :)

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