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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.
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