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The Last Senator To Be Expelled (1862)

This Day in Esoteric Political History

CHAPTER

Political Turmoil during the Civil War

This chapter examines the intricate political dynamics of the American Civil War, focusing on President Lincoln's reliance on key border states and the rise of War Democrats. It highlights the scandal surrounding a senator's expulsion due to Confederate ties, illustrating the tensions and drastic measures of this historical period.

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