Spanish Peaks Library District

Discusses the seires of events that led to the secession of the Southern states from the Union and to the start of the Civil War in 1861

Discusses the various causes of the American Civil War.

Discusses the events leading up to the American Civil War, particularly the strongly held beliefs about the institution of slavery.

"The American Civil War, fought from 1861 to 1865, deeply divided the United States. Opinions about this war, the deadliest in US history, continue to divide Americans even today. many think they know the whole stroy about this time in the country's history, but there's always more to learn! For example, most Amercians know that the Southen system of slavery played a part in causing the war, but did you know that slavery wasn't only in the South?...

"The Confederate attack on Fort Sumter in 1861 marked the beginning of the American Civil War. Federal troops eventually surrendered after 36 hours of open fire. The controversial election of Abraham Lincoln, the contentious issue of slavery, and the South's demand for states' rights all factored into this momentous event. This book, an excellent Civil War resource, also delves into other key moments of the war that followed. A detailed timeline,...

This book provides an overview of economic, educational, and cultural differences between the North and South in the middle 1800s with emphasis on the critical issue of slavery.

"Introduces the American Civil War, including the causes of the conflict, background on the Union and the Confederacy, the major battles and important historical figures, and how the Union won the war"--Provided by publisher.