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Louisiana Purchase
Purchased the western half of the Mississippi river from France. -
12th Amendment
Congress passed the 12th amendment in 1803 which separated Electoral College votes. -
Slavey In the 1800s
The importation of slaves is Banned, however, this cannot effectively stop illegal importation. -
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Oregon Trail
Used by thousands of American pioneers to chase manifest destiny. -
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Mexican American War
Was caused by a dispute over Texas. Helped America obtain land in the north. -
Gold Rush
The gold rush was a big factor in westward expansion and manifest destiny. It caused many people to move to the west in hopes of getting rich. -
Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo
Ended the war between America and Mexico. America gained additional territory, Mexico gave up Texas, Mexico recognized the Rio Grande River as the border. -
Fugitive Slave Act
Required that slaves were to be turned back to their owners even if residing in a free state. -
Comprimise of 1850
The great compromise was passed in order to try to avoid tension between North and South over slaves. It called for citizens to assist in recovering fugitive slaves. -
Homestead Act
Any US citizen that had never held arms against the US could claim 160 acres of land. Takers had to live and improve this land.