Explain Why the Missouri compromise decision will have to be re-addressed in the 1850s

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7 April, 20:23

Explain Why the Missouri compromise decision will have to be re-addressed in the 1850s

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The Missouri Compromise of 1820 attempted to resolve the question of whether or not slavery would be permitted in new territories being admitted as states to the Union. As part of the agreement, Maine would be admitted as a free state and Missouri as a slave state, thereby preserving the balance.