The Election of 1860 & the Road to Disunion Crash Course US History

The video explores the causes of the American Civil War, emphasizing slavery as the primary factor. It discusses the Fugitive Slave Law, the Kansas-Nebraska Act, and the Dred Scott decision, highlighting their roles in escalating tensions. The rise of the Republican Party and the election of Abraham Lincoln are also covered, along with John Brown's raid, setting the stage for the Civil War.

What was the primary cause of the Civil War according to the text?

How did the Fugitive Slave Law affect citizens in New England?

Explain the concept of 'slave power' as discussed in the text.

What role did railroads play in the lead-up to the Civil War?

What was the significance of the Kansas-Nebraska Act?

What were the consequences of the violence in Kansas during the 1850s?

Describe the impact of the Dred Scott decision on the perception of slavery in the United States.

How did the Supreme Court's ruling in the Dred Scott case reflect the attitudes towards Black Americans at the time?

What was John Brown's role in the abolitionist movement?

How did the election of Abraham Lincoln contribute to the secession of Southern states?