Delve into the profound legal ramifications of Dred Scott v. Sandford (1857), where the Supreme Court's denial of African American citizenship and invalidation of the Missouri Compromise intensified national divisions, setting the stage for the Civil War.
Scholar's Series
As the Court's first African American justice, his jurisprudence was marked by a profound commitment to justice, equality, and the rights of the underserved.
Justice Profile
From the early 19th century to the Civil War era, a series of landmark cases highlighted the nation’s struggle with slavery and its legal ramifications. This article revisits some of these notable cases, examining the holdings and the contrasting opinions that echoed within the courtroom walls.
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