Abolitionist Movement Impact

The Fugitive Slave Act of 1850 heightened tensions between the North and South, while the Dred Scott decision denied citizenship to African Americans. John Brown's raid on Harpers Ferry aimed to ignite a rebellion against slavery but ended in failure and his execution. The abolitionist movement played a crucial role in shaping American history, leading to significant legislative changes like the Emancipation Proclamation and the 13th and 14th amendments.