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Question: Was the Civil War inevitable!?
What developments can you identifiy in American history from 1609 to 1861 that paved the road to an eventual civil war!? (I have to write a paper, and I need detailed answers for a better understanding!. My book is confusing!.) Thanks!Www@QuestionHome@Com


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yes, slavery is a black and white issue!. either you are for it or against it!. Once the founders did not settle it at the Convention, the Civil War was inevitable!.Www@QuestionHome@Com

Some people wanted slavery and some people did not!. That is the simplest explanation!. When Abraham Lincoln was elected President, the South said, "That's it!. We will secede!."Www@QuestionHome@Com