1. Dred Scott Decision Scott was not a citizen, could not sue
1857
Scott was a slave who sued for his freedom
Supreme Court heard the case and ruled
Was Scott a citizen? Did he have a right to sue? Did moving to Wisconsin make him Free?
Scott was not a citizen, could not sue
No Af. Amer. were citizens free or slave
Did Congress have the power to make laws concerning slavery in the territories? Was Missouri Compromises Constitutional?
Missouri Compromise was unconstitutional
5th Amendment protects property (slaves are property)
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2. Lincoln-Douglas Debates
1858
Both campaigning for Illinois Senate seat
Held a series of debates (slavery was a main topic)
Lincoln took a stand against the spread of slavery
Lincoln lost this election, but made a name for himself and became a national figure
Allowed Lincoln to run for President in 1860

3. John Brown’s Raid 1859 John Brown was an abolitionist
Invaded federal armory in Harper’s Ferry, Va.
Hoped to arm slaves and start a rebellion
John Brown and his men were all killed or captured, no rebellion broke out
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