Conflicts over Slavery Expansion (jan 1, 1844 – jan 1, 1877)
Description:
- Slave owners wanted more control over slaves.- Laws to return escaped slaves into bondage.
- Abolitionists intensified to end slavery
- Free Soilers against slavery for economic opportunities for White farmers.
- Underground Railroad help slaves escape from South.
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Date:
jan 1, 1844
jan 1, 1877
~ 33 years