Yazoo

Yazoo refers to a significant episode in U.S. history during the early 19th century, particularly involving land speculation and legal disputes. It centers around the Yazoo Land Fraud of 1789, where corrupt politicians sold large tracts of land in present-day Mississippi to private companies at extremely low prices. When this scandal was uncovered, it led to widespread public outrage, the annulment of the land grants, and a legal battle that lasted years. This situation highlighted issues of corruption, land rights, and the ethical responsibilities of government officials, ultimately shaping legal precedents regarding land ownership in the U.S.