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mar 6, 1857 - Dred Scott v Sandord

Description:

Dred Scott was suing for his freedom based on living in free states (Wisconsin and Illinois) for a long period of time.

Missouri

Cause: the Missouri Compromise

Effect: All African Americans were deemed not citizens of the United States.

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Date:

mar 6, 1857
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~ 168 years ago