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Why did the expansion of slavery become the most divisive political issue in the 1840s and 1850s?
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Why did the expansion of slavery become such a diverse political issue in the 1840's?
Territorial expansion raised the question of whether new lands should be free or slave.
Why did the expansion of slavery become such a divisive political issue in the 1840's?
The driving event was the westward expansion of U.S. territory, esp. in connection with the Mexican War (the product of the annexation of Texas). How the territories were to be organized - whether open to slavery or not - became a burning issue. The territorial issue was intensified at the end of the decade, by California's growth (aided immensely by the Gold Rush) and the issue of building a transcontinental railroad through the territories to link east & west.
What caused the secession crisis?
The immediate cause was Lincoln's election, but it had been brewing since before the Missouri Compromise. Slavery had become the most divisive aspect of American political life. Had it been dealt with at the Constitutional Convention, the civil war need not have happened, but without the slavery compromise then and there, America may not have been created as a constitutional republic.
Why was slavery important to the South?
Cheap free labor was the only way of producing cotton - and lots of it. Following the invention of the cotton gin, cotton become "king" in the South, comprising a majority of its exports. Without slavery, cotton could not be harvested, and the large plantation holders would surely be in ruins. Though the owners of huge plantations did not amass to a majority in the South, they were the political leaders and drove the economy. For the economic and political success of both the South and the plantation owners, the institution of slavery had to continue.
How did haiti become free from slavery?
Haiti became free from slavery because of the leader of slave Revolution Toussaint L'Ouverture. who led them in the Haitian revolution
Why did the expansion of slavery become such a diverse political issue in the 1840's?
Territorial expansion raised the question of whether new lands should be free or slave.
Why did the expansion of slavery become such a divisive political issue in the 1840's?
The driving event was the westward expansion of U.S. territory, esp. in connection with the Mexican War (the product of the annexation of Texas). How the territories were to be organized - whether open to slavery or not - became a burning issue. The territorial issue was intensified at the end of the decade, by California's growth (aided immensely by the Gold Rush) and the issue of building a transcontinental railroad through the territories to link east & west.
If slavery began in 1619 why did it take 200 years for it to become such a divisive issue?
Although slavery as a practice began in the Americas in the 16th century, with the first shipment of slaves arriving in Virginia in the early 17th century, it was not until many years later that slavery would become a divisive issue in the United States. The fundamental reason was that slavery was not at first generally seen as immoral or otherwise wrong; that is, it was generally accepted to be natural or legitimate, and it would continue to be seen this way for many generations before a different view would become influential.
What caused the secession crisis?
The immediate cause was Lincoln's election, but it had been brewing since before the Missouri Compromise. Slavery had become the most divisive aspect of American political life. Had it been dealt with at the Constitutional Convention, the civil war need not have happened, but without the slavery compromise then and there, America may not have been created as a constitutional republic.
How did the Southern political leaders become convinced that slavery was under attack by the North?
There were many abolitionist activists and politicians who wanted to get rid of slavery.
To what extent did differing opinions on slavery as well as the institution's expansion become a deciding factor in instituting a civil war?
Differing opinions on slavery, and especially the expansion of slavery, were huge factors in the start of the Civil War. When a free state was added to the Union in 1865, it was essentially the last straw for the South, and they decided that it was time to rebel.
Why did slavery become more central to American politics in the 1840s?
Territorial expansion raised the question of whether new lands(territory bought from Mexico) should be free or slave states.
Political compromise over slavery largely worked in the United States until what?
Texas and Mexican territory become part of the United States.(Apex) teehee.
When Did Slavery become illegal in Oregon?
Slavery was never legal in Oregon, so it never needed to become illegal.
Who escaped from slavery to become an abolitionist leader?
The person who escaped from slavery to become an abolitionist leader is Harriet Tubman
Can you become a vampire on the sims 3 without an expansion pack?
No, you have to have either the Late Night expansion or the Supernatural expansion (which is not out at this time).
When did Cleveland become an expansion team?
1999.
