The Civil war was the war that changed all America at the end of the it. It was that the north did not want slavery but for everyone to freedom and live there own live. But the south did not agree with the north on how they wanted to be freedom instead of slavery. So the south decide to fight against the north to keep slavery and make them do all the work. So the south began the war with the north to make sure that the north know that the south will fight to keep slavery. But the north did not want
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The Civil War was a long‚ costly war that changed America forever. Reconstruction was an attempt to mend America back together after it had been divided in half between people who wanted equality for all and people who did not want to give up their way of life. The Fourteenth Amendment was ratified during Reconstruction‚ and it was a very defining moment since this was one of the main goals the Civil War aimed to achieve. This amendment guaranteed that anyone born in the United States is a citizen
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The assassination of Abraham Lincoln was unjustified because he helped the north win the civil war‚ abolished slavery‚and was a vital leader for the north; although most confederates were angry about the effects of his decision and welcomed his death. The assassin who killed Lincoln was named John Wilkes Booth. He was the one who shot Abraham Lincoln in the back of the head with a revolver at Ford’s theatre in Washington‚ D.C. Lincoln should have never been killed for leading the north. He
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campaign to abolish slavery‚ but they were not direct activists. This accorded with the prevalent view of women as a moral not a political force. As the campaign gained popularity‚ they could publish anti-slavery poems and stories. 4. Why does Lincoln in the “House Divided” speech believe the pro-slavery side was winning regarding the expansion of slavery in the territories? Why does Calhoun in opposing the Compromise of 1850 think the South was at a disadvantage? Because starting the new year
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22 Aug. 2009 Abraham Lincoln - Hero or Racist? Abraham Lincoln is arguably one of the most interesting presidents in the history of the United States. Any research done on Lincoln will show‚ whether you agree or disagree with his philosophies‚ that he was‚ and still is‚ a fascinating historical figure. There have been numerous discussions regarding Lincoln before the Civil War‚ during the war as Commander In Chief‚ or his views on slavery and racial equality; furthermore‚ vast debates on his views
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Abraham Lincoln once said‚ “I walk slowly‚ but I never walk backward.” Abraham Lincoln was successful in setting slaves free. Even though it took a great amount of time he never coward down. Abraham Lincoln is considered a “rebel” because he took a stand in what he believed in when no one else would. Abraham was born in February 12‚ 1809 close to Hodgenville‚ Kentucky‚ U.S. and died on April 15‚ 1865 in Washington‚ D.C. He was the 16th president of the United States of America from 1861-1865. Within
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Abraham Lincoln‚ the 16th president of the united states‚ entered his presidency with an encumber. With his Courage‚ and outstanding achievements Lincoln tacked slavery‚ ended the civil war‚ and saved the union in four brutal years. A person of this great boldness should be considered a hero. A hero is a person who is admired or idealized for courage‚ outstanding achievements‚ or noble qualities. The Civil war had many battles‚ one being in Gettysburg. This battle is known for being the turning
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Book Report “Abraham Lincoln and the Second American Revolution” by Janes M. McPherson The author James M McPherson discerns Lincoln’s character in the transfiguration shaped by the Civil War. This book “Abraham Lincoln and the Second American Revolution”. Contains seven thoughtful chapters that explains the emancipation of countless slaves‚ also the rebellion of the community and governmental command of the South. The Civil War was the utmost changing and significant involvement in the history
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The Irrepressible Conflict The Civil War (1861-1865) was the most important mark in the American history. It defined the future of the United States‚ that by 1861 was a newly formed nation‚ still in development‚ and with a lot of issues. The Civil War killed more American people than all wars together. Its causes were many‚ and they accumulated to the point that something had to be done or the country would end up divided. For this purpose‚ we can say this war was a irrepressible conflict.
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Abraham Lincoln is regarded as one of America’s greatest heroes. This was due to both his incredible impact on the nation and his unique appeal. His story is a remarkable tale of a humble‚ low beginning to growing into one of America’s highest seat; the President’s throne. He carried the nation’s world on his back during a dark time. His leadership in the Civil War kept the country united. He is the epitome of what we wish to see in leader from his days to todays. Abraham Lincoln was born on February
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