One significant factor that was not a barrier to admitting California to the Union was its population growth following the Gold Rush. The influx of settlers and prospectors in the mid-19th century created a substantial population that supported statehood. Additionally, California's economic potential and the desire for a transcontinental railroad further bolstered its admission. Ultimately, its rapid development and strategic importance outweighed any opposition, leading to its statehood in 1850.
it was not clear weather or not it should be a free state or a slave state
Admitting California into the Union in 1850 gave raise over the debate over slavery. It was against Federal law of the confederacy to harbor slaves in free states.
Admitting California into the Union in 1850 gave raise over the debate over slavery. It was against Federal law of the confederacy to harbor slaves in free states.
yes it did
He was in favor of admitting California and Kansas as free states.
act of admission
Compromise of 1850.
Border
California and Oregon were part of the Union.
its called Act of admission
admitting Maine to balance the slave issue ( answer for A + )
Lincoln justified admitting Nevada to the Union during the Civil War in order to secure additional support for the Union cause. Nevada had a small population but was eager to join the Union and support the anti-slavery stance. Lincoln saw this as an opportunity to strengthen the Union's position and increase its representation in Congress.