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History 102 with WhatifAltHist's Rudyard Lynch and Austin Padgett
The US Civil War
Apr 16, 2024
Delving into the US Civil War, topics include: causes, key battles, industrial revolution's influence, North vs. South beliefs, international powers, turning points, war reflections, aftermath, and reconstruction era
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- The American Civil War was sparked by the contentious issue of slavery, stemming from the diverse economic developments in the North and South during the Industrial Revolution.
- Key battles like Antietam and Gettysburg highlighted the significance of industrialization and railway systems in tipping the scales in favor of the North, showcasing the changing tactics and strategies of trench warfare.
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The Establishment of the United States as a Coalition
America was originally a coalition of different regions, the northern, middle, and southern states, united as a series of independent federated states to form a single country. The Civil War stemmed from this arrangement, with a key factor being the contentious issue of slavery.
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