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The Sentence

Uncivil by Gimlet

Dec 13, 201725:24Society & Culture

In 1640 three men attempted to escape indentured servitude. The outcome lay the foundation for the split in America that lead to Civil War. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Sentence is an episode from Uncivil by Gimlet. In 1640 three men attempted to escape indentured servitude. The outcome lay the foundation for the split in America that lead to Civil War. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastch...

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