David Wilmot
American politician and legislator
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Died
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Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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A prominent politician in the mid-19th century, played a significant role in the politics surrounding the expansion of the United States. Best remembered for introducing the Wilmot Proviso in 1846, which sought to ban slavery in territories acquired from Mexico after the Mexican-American War. This proposal ignited intense debate over slavery and contributed to the sectional conflicts leading up to the Civil War. Served as a U.S. Congressman and later as a U.S. Senator from Pennsylvania, actively engaging in anti-slavery discourse and policy.
Introduced the Wilmot Proviso
Served as U.S. Congressman from Pennsylvania
Served as U.S. Senator from Pennsylvania
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