How did the Confederation Congress attempt to colve the problem of staus of western territory that the states had ceded to it? Which interest groups favored which plans for the sale and distribution of land?
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To understand how the Confederation Congress attempted to solve the problem of the status of western territory, as well as the interest groups involved, we need to delve into the historical context and analyze the events that played out during that period.
During the late 18th century, many states in the newly independent United States had ceded their western lands to the Confederation Congress. However, determining the status and management of these territories became a challenge. The Congress faced several issues, including conflicting claims to land, financial difficulties, and finding ways to sell and distribute the land.
To resolve these problems, the Confederation Congress adopted several key measures:
1. Northwest Ordinance of 1787: This legislation established a plan for governing the Northwest Territory (present-day Great Lakes region). It introduced a process for creating new states and ensured that they would eventually join the Union on equal terms. The ordinance also prohibited slavery in the region, a provision that highlighted the ongoing debate over the expansion of slavery in the United States.
2. Land Ordinance of 1785: This ordinance provided a system for surveying and dividing the western lands into townships and sections, facilitating the orderly sale and distribution of the land. It also set aside land for public education.
As for the interest groups involved, three main factions emerged, each with its own plan for the sale and distribution of land:
1. Speculators: These were individuals or groups who sought financial gain by purchasing large tracts of land at low prices and then selling them at a profit. Speculators generally favored policies that allowed them to acquire significant amounts of land quickly and cheaply.
2. Settlers/Farmers: These were individuals looking to establish their farms and settle in the western territories. They often sought policies that allowed for affordable land purchases, fair distribution, and protection from speculators who might monopolize the land.
3. State Governments: Some state governments that had ceded their western lands to the Confederation Congress wanted to retain some control over the territories. They favored policies that granted them influence over the sale and distribution of the land, as well as the ability to impose taxes or regulate settlers.
Understanding these interest groups and their respective goals provides insight into the debates and negotiations that took place during this period. The Northwest Ordinance of 1787 and the Land Ordinance of 1785 were attempts by the Confederation Congress to balance these competing interests and establish a framework for the management and development of the western territories.
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