The 13th Amendment to the United States Constitution was a landmark moment in Black history as it abolished slavery in the United States. It was ratified on December 6, 1865, following the end of the Civil War. The amendment states, "Neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for crime whereof the party shall have been duly convicted, shall exist within the United States, or any place subject to their jurisdiction."

The 13th Amendment played a crucial role in ending the institution of slavery and providing African Americans with freedom and legal rights. However, despite the abolition of slavery, racial discrimination and inequality persisted in various forms, leading to the struggle for civil rights and equality that continued long after the passage of the amendment. The 13th Amendment remains a significant milestone in Black history and a symbol of the ongoing fight for justice and equality.