The Election of 1860 and the Start of the Civil War

The video covers the election of 1860, highlighting the political unrest due to the Kansas-Nebraska Act and the formation of the Republican Party. Abraham Lincoln's election as president, despite not being on the Southern ballots, led to Southern states seceding and forming the Confederate States of America. The video details the events leading to the Civil War, starting with the Confederate attack on Fort Sumter. It concludes with a review and questions to reinforce learning.

What were the main factors that led to the creation of the Republican Party in the 1850s?

How did Abraham Lincoln's election impact the Southern states?

What events led to South Carolina's secession from the Union?

In what ways did the Civil War reflect the divisions in American society?

What are some potential solutions that could have been implemented to prevent the Civil War?