aug 8, 1846 - Wilmot Proviso

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A proposition to Congress to ban slavery in all territories gained by Mexico. This law was rejected, leaving the free states disappointed about a missed opportunity.

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Causes of the Civil War

ByChase Sweigart

8 months ago

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Date:

aug 8, 1846

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~ 178 years ago

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