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Abolitionists were people who wanted land to be closed to the practice of slavery.

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Why did Oglethorpe outlaw slavery?

Oglethorpe outlawed slavery in the Georgia colony because he believed that the practice was morally wrong and harmful to society. He wanted to create a colony where individuals could work hard and prosper without relying on forced labor. Additionally, he was concerned about the detrimental impact of slave labor on the colony's economy and values.


What 2 things did abolitionists want in terms of slavery?

They wanted slavery to be abolished (removed,) and for African American's to be treated as equals.


What stated the people of a territory ultimately decided their or not they wanted slavery?

The Kansas-Nebraska Act of 1854 allowed the residents of those territories to determine through popular sovereignty whether they would allow slavery. This led to violent conflicts and the "Bleeding Kansas" period as pro-slavery and anti-slavery factions fought for control. Ultimately, the outcome of these conflicts influenced the larger debate over slavery leading up to the Civil War.


Why did Granville Sharp want to stop slavery?

Granville Sharp wanted to stop slavery because he believed it was morally wrong and went against the principles of Christianity. He also believed all individuals should have equal rights and opportunities, regardless of their race.


Why did David Wilmot wanted slavery prohibited in territories acquired from which country?

David Wilmot wanted slavery prohibited in territories acquired from Mexico in order to prevent the spread of slavery into new territories, as he believed that allowing slavery to expand would only further entrench the institution in the United States. This proposal, known as the Wilmot Proviso, aimed to preserve the western territories for free labor and was part of the broader political debates surrounding the expansion of slavery in the mid-19th century.