Case Brief for Amistad
U.S. Supreme Court
The AMISTAD, 40 U.S. 518 (01/1841)
40 U.S. 518(Pet.)
UNITED STATES, Appellants,
v.
The LIBELLANTS AND CLAIMANTS of the SCHOONER AMISTAD, her tackle, her apparel and furniture, together with her cargo, and the AFRICANS mentioned and described in the several libels and claims....
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