FACTS:
• Dred Scott was a slave from Missouri. (MO)
• Scott and his owner moved into free territory (Wisconsin) for four years.
• Scott’s owner died after returning to Missouri.
* Scott sued for his freedom. He claimed that he should be a free man since he lived in a free territory for four years.
SUPREME COURT DECISIONS:
Q: Was Scott a U.S. citizen with the right to sue?
A: NO
Q: Did living in a free territory make Scott a free man?
A: NO
Q: Did Congress have the right to outlaw slavery in any territory?
A: NO
RESULTS:
• Dred Scott was not given his freedom.
• The Missouri Compromise was found to be unconstitutional.
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