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The Divisive Politics of Slavery
1. Look at the graphic to help organize your thoughts. List four events that heightened tensions between the North and South.
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The Compromise of 1850
includes a new fugitive
slave law
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1852, Uncle Tom's Cabin
book on slavery stirs strong reactions
1857, Dred Scott Decision
Supreme Court case causes sectional passions to explode
1859, John Brown attacks Harpers Ferry
attempt to start a slave uprising intensifies sectional feeling in the country
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How did john browns attack on harpers ferry increase tension between the north and south?
The South identified Abolitionism with violent revolution.
Why did rivalry between the french and the dutch in north America lead increased Indian warfare?
Rivalry between the French and the Dutch in North America lead to increased Indian warfare. The rivalry pushed the Indians to secure more furs and items for trade and more warfare broke out over competition.
What did the beating of charles sumner show about retations between the north amd south?
The beating of Charles Sumner show that the relations between the North and South created events that led to the Civil War.
What events marked the beginning of the US' active military campaign against north Vietnam?
Tonkin Gulf "incidents." Naval engagement(s) between the USN and North Viet Navy in August '64.
What are some major historical events that happened in North Korea?
Korean War
