Money, Morality, and Power in the Civil War
The Civil War: Lessons About Money, Morality, and Power The Civil War was one of the most painful and important events in American history. Fought from 1861 to 1865, it was a war between the North (Union) and the South (Confederacy). While people sometimes say it was about “states’ rights,” the real cause of the […]
Too Young to Fight, But Sent to War: Boys in the Civil War
When we think about soldiers in the Civil War, we often imagine grown men marching into battle. But the truth is, many soldiers were just boys—some as young as 12 or 13 years old. Thousands of teenagers, and even children, served as drummers, messengers, or even fighters. Some joined because they believed in the cause. […]
The Civil War: What It Was Really About
The Civil War was one of the most important—and painful—moments in American history. Fought from 1861 to 1865, it was a war between the North (the Union) and the South (the Confederacy). It was a war over the future of the United States—and whether the country would continue to allow the cruel system of slavery. […]
Causes of Civil War
Understanding the Causes of the American Civil War The American Civil War, which took place from 1861 to 1865, was a pivotal event in United States history. Several key factors led to this conflict: 1. Slavery The primary cause of the Civil War was the deep-seated disagreement over slavery. The Southern states’ economies relied heavily […]
Examples of battles over Federalism
The struggle between federal and centralized authority has been a central theme in political history, particularly in nations with federal systems. Here are key historical examples of battles over federalism, outlining disputes between state/regional authority and national/central authority: United States 1. The Articles of Confederation vs. U.S. Constitution (1781–1789) 2. Nullification Crisis (1832–1833) 3. The […]