Missouri Compromise

Missouri Compromise

Legislation balancing free and slave states' power.

Slave States

States allowing slavery; 11 existed pre-compromise.

Free States

States prohibiting slavery; also 11 before compromise.

Senate Balance

Equal representation of free and slave states.

Missouri Admission

Missouri entered as a slave state.

Maine Admission

Maine entered as a free state.

Compromise Line

36°30' latitude line separating free/slave territories.

Population Distribution

Southern region had higher black population.

Territory Addition

Missouri added to slave territory; Maine to free.

Parity in Senate

Maintained equal number of senators from both sides.

Compromise Winners

No clear winner; both sides gained representation.

Impact on U.S. Map

Redefined boundaries of free and slave states.

Interactive Map

Tool used to visualize changes from the compromise.

Background Essay

Document providing context for the Missouri Compromise.