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1853

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William Wells Brown publishes "Clotel"

The first novel published by an African American.

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1853
William Wells Brown publishes "Clotel"
The first novel published by an African American.

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A history of Black Americans — the descendants of people enslaved in what became the United States. Content is drafted from reputable sources and under ongoing review. See the methodology.