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In 1860, it is estimated that there were approximately 4 million enslaved people in the United States. This number represented a significant portion of the population, particularly in Southern states where slavery was integral to the economy, especially in agricultural sectors like cotton and tobacco. The institution of slavery was a contentious issue that ultimately contributed to the outbreak of the Civil War in 1861.

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