1. Amistad argument before the Supreme Court

    · Supreme Court chamber, United States Capitol, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

    Amistad argument before the Supreme Court
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    Adams argued for the African captives of the Amistad before the Supreme Court, delivering a four-hour argument that preceded their successful claim to freedom. The Supreme Court then met in the Capitol; coordinates identify the Capitol building.

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