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The Peace Conference of 1861
In February 1861, following the inauguration of Lincoln and the secession of seven states from the Union, a convention of 131 politicians from the remaining states met in Washington, D. C., at the Willard Hotel. They aimed to prevent civil war, and the secession of further states, by proposing an amendment to the Constitution that would protect the existence and practice of slavery, within certain parameters, by enshrining them in constitutional law. An amendment was eventually agreed and recommended to Congress, where it was not passed.
Committee on Rules and Organization
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The Peace Conference of 1861, Date: 06 Feb 1861, 12:00
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The Peace Conference of 1861, Date: 05 Feb 1861, 12:00
Report of the Committee on Rules and Organization
People: Charles A. Wickliffe
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The Peace Conference of 1861, Date: 05 Feb 1861, 12:00
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The Peace Conference of 1861, Date: 07 Feb 1861, 10:00
Resolution to Procure Stationery and Provide for Printing Costs
People: Charles A. Wickliffe
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The Peace Conference of 1861, Date: 07 Feb 1861, 10:00
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The Peace Conference of 1861, Date: 07 Feb 1861, 10:00
Report of the Committee on Rules and Organization on the Secrecy Rule
People: Charles A. Wickliffe
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The Peace Conference of 1861, Date: 07 Feb 1861, 10:00
Mr. WICKLIFFE:—[...] We therefore recommend the following Rule:
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The Peace Conference of 1861, Date: 16 Feb 1861, 12:00
Resolution to Amend the Eleventh Rule to Allow Appeals from the Decision of the Chair
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The Peace Conference of 1861, Date: 16 Feb 1861, 12:00