In the early years of the United States, four primary groups were largely excluded from citizenship: enslaved individuals of African descent, Native Americans, women, and free people of color. Enslaved individuals were denied rights and considered property, while Native Americans were often not recognized as citizens due to treaties and their status as sovereign nations. Women, regardless of race, were typically denied legal rights and the ability to vote. Free people of color faced significant legal and social barriers that restricted their rights and citizenship status.
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