Did you know?
Did you know that sectionalism, slavery, and state's rights played pivotal roles in causing the Civil War? The issue of slavery became a major point of contention between the Northern and Southern states, leading to heightened sectionalism. Additionally, the Southern states strongly believed in preserving their rights to govern themselves, known as state's rights. The 1860 election, resulting in the victory of President Abraham Lincoln, triggered a significant Southern response. Rather than accepting the election's results, several Southern states, fearing Lincoln's antislavery stance, seceded from the Union. This response showcased the interconnectedness of sectionalism, slavery, and state's rights, ultimately leading to the devastating conflict of the American Civil War.