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The govenment tried to prohibit slavery in the mexican cession and stop the spread of it. It didn't pass but the south was concerned.
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The four year debate over slavery in the area lead to a compromise. It kept both the north and the south satisfied and prevented a permanent split before the civil war.
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Harriet Beecher Stowe wrote this book in an effort to end slavery. It caused more tension between the north and south.
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The government said that people in this territory could decide if they would be a slave or free state. People for and against slavery began flooding into the area to vote.
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A small Civil War between pro and anti slavery. Lasted 4 months and caused 200 deaths. "Bleeding Kansas" became the anti-slavery rally cry for northerners and republicans.
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The republican political party was formed.
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Dred Scott sued for his freedom. The ruling in the court said that African Americans were not citizens but property. This increased tension between northern and southern states.
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Lincoln and Douglass debated slavery. Lincoln was against slavery and lost the election but he became nationally famous.
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John Brown led the attack. His plan was to stir up a slave revolt in Virginia and end slavery. It didn't work but he became a hero.
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Lincoln won the election. Southern states seceded and became the Confederate States of America.
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Lincoln told Davis that he was sending supplies to the fort. The south opened fire and the Union had to surrender. This was the start of the Civil War.
