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jan 29, 1850 - compromise of 1850

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Cause: whether the western territory would have slaves in the future or not, Wilmot Proviso, and fugitive slave laws.

Consequence: California entered as a free state, stricter fugitive slave laws were passed, and popular sovereignty was implemented.

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Date:

jan 29, 1850
Now
~ 176 years ago

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