201. American Civil War: Outbreak (Part 2)
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Northern Resolve: The War for the Union
This chapter examines the motivations behind the Northern states' commitment to preserving the Union amid Southern secession during the American Civil War. It discusses the moral and economic implications of slavery that influenced Northerners, alongside Robert E. Lee's personal conflict between loyalty to the Union and Virginia. The analysis also highlights early military strategies, public opinion, and international relations, particularly Britain's reluctance to support the Confederacy.
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