The Civil War: Events and Effects

The video covers the events leading up to the Civil War, including the Missouri Compromise and Kansas-Nebraska Act, which heightened tensions over slavery. It discusses the outbreak of the Civil War, key battles like Gettysburg, and Lincoln's Gettysburg Address. The Emancipation Proclamation and the eventual surrender of the Confederacy are highlighted. The Reconstruction era is examined, focusing on rebuilding the South and constitutional amendments that abolished slavery and granted rights to former slaves. The video concludes with the South's economic shift from agriculture to industry.

What were the Black Codes and how did they affect former slaves?

What amendments were created to address the issues arising from the Black Codes?

How did the Civil War influence the economic landscape of the South post-war?