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Wilmot Proviso
Designed to eleminate slavery within the land acquired as a result of Mexican-American War. (Lasted through 1848) -
Compromise of 1850
Five seperate bils passed by the U.S. senate, which defused the confrantation between free and slave states. -
"Uncle Tom's Cabin" is first published
Novel that helped lay the groundwork for the Civil War. -
Kansas-Nebraska Act
An act that let settlers decide for themselves whether or not to allow slavery within their borders. -
John Brown's Massacre at Pottawatomie Creek
At Pottawatomie Creek, five men were dragged from their cabins and massacred by John Brown and his sons. -
Dred Scott Decision
Dred Scott (slave) tries to sue a white man, but is not allowed to have rights. -
Lincoln-Douglas Debate "A house divided against itself can not stand."
Abraham Lincoln gave a speech about his opinion on slavery. -
John Brown's Raid at Harpers Ferry, Virginia
An attack to initiate on armed slave revolt. (Lasted till the 18th of October.) -
Abraham Lincoln is elected as a Republican President
Abraham Lincoln was elected the 16th president. -
South Carolina Secedes from the Union
This started a new era for slavery. -
Confederate States of America are formed
In 1861, South Carolina, Mississippi, Florida, Alabama, Georgia, Loisiana, and Texas. -
Confederate Troops Fire at Fort Sumter, South Carolina
Confederate forces open attacked on the Union. (Lasted till the 14th of April.)
