What was the major issue that kept Dred Scott from getting his freedom? He should have tried when he was in a free state. The Supreme Court ruled that he was not a U. S. citizen of the United States and could not sue. They never should have taken the case to the Supreme Court. He was married. none of the above

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7 January, 12:23

What was the major issue that kept Dred Scott from getting his freedom? He should have tried when he was in a free state. The Supreme Court ruled that he was not a U. S. citizen of the United States and could not sue. They never should have taken the case to the Supreme Court. He was married. none of the above

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Meredith Mcbride · Answer 1

The Supreme Court ruled that he was not a U. S. citizen of the United States and therefore could not sue for his freedom in the U. S. court system. This was a famous case that failed to provide a legal route at the time for challenging slavery in the courts.