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Texas declares independence from Mexico
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Thousands of Cherokee Indians die on forced march to reservations.
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It was a time when everyome was moving to california for gold
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Compromise of 1850 admits California as free state but Fugitive Slave Law enacted.
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In order to deter slaves from escaping and free citizens from aiding in escape attempts, legislation was passed in Congress by southern congressmen. These laws stipulated that it was illegal for any citizen to assist an escaped slave
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This was when slavery was stopped