Why was the wilmot proviso significant?

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3 May, 16:18

Why was the wilmot proviso significant?

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Giovanny Blankenship · Answer 1

The Wilmot Proviso was designed to eliminate slavery within the land acquired as a result of the Mexican War (1846-48). Soon after the war began, President James K. Polk sought the appropriation of $2 million as part of a bill to negotiate the terms of a treaty.

Belen Armstrong · Answer 2

The Wilmot Proviso was designed to eliminate slavery within the land acquired as a result of the Mexican War 1846-48. Soon after the war began, President James K. Polk sought the appropriation of $2 million as part of a bill to negotiate the terms of a treaty. Dec 3, 2009