Bleeding Kansas

Abraham Lincoln was the 16th president and one of the most well-known presidents to hold office. He is famous for many things, from his work as a lawyer to his involvement in the Lincoln-Douglas debates. Most of all, Lincoln is known for being the “Great Emancipator”, for finally ending slavery centuries after its inception. Based on his work in passing the 13th Amendment to the Constitution and his decision to make the Civil War about slavery through the Emancipation Proclamation, Lincoln…

Throughout the mid-nineteenth century, contentions revolving around the preservation and expansion of slavery in America developed a noticeable schism between the North and the South. The stark contrast between the two regions reflected an age of acute social, political and economic sectionalism, which would ultimately exacerbate the nation’s prevailing issues and lead to civil war. Previously, delegates had attempted to resolve disputes through diplomacy and compromise so as not to disturb the…

Samantha Padilla November 3, 2014 History 204 Midterm Describe the United States and U.S. society during the Jacksonian era (approximately 1828-1848). What characterized U.S. society during this era? In what ways did Jacksonian America differ from American life beforehand? U.S. society during this era is very debatable as Jackson was controversial. During this era, the social dynamics of the people were challenged and caused disunion within the states. The Jacksonian Democracy represented an…

numerous individuals that stood up for justice and liberty, but there was one in particular that brought great controversy and skeptical feelings to our nation. This iconic figure in American history faced hardships in his lifetime, was part of “Bloody Kansas,” planned the raid in Harpers Ferry, supported other movements, and took in criticism, in order to join others in the fight against the shackles that chained this free country. This is a story of John Brown’s devotion to freedom that…

There has been much historical debate over the causes of The American Civil War, with some historians arguing that it was due to the rising abolition movement and others arguing that it was due to economic factors, such as the fundamental differences in the Northern and Southern economies. Many Historians tend to agree that although the war did not begin because of slavery, it influenced the events of the war itself and its outcome, as the cause became one of emancipation. Civil War…

cause to this disease. CTE has been most commonly found in athletes participating in football, boxing, soccer, and other contact sports. Diagnosis of CTE can only be proven after death. Reports show that there is degeneration of the brain tissue and bleeding in the brain. Tau Protein has been found in the brains of many football players which is also linked to Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's, and Dementia. It is a confusing time for athletes while going through this disease because they don't…

they all found that he was guilty and therefore the court can trust that he is guilty and convict Bridges. Bryan Bridges is a Hispanic/Caucasian male who stands at 5’07” and 170 pounds. His date of birth is 2/21/1995. He was wanted in Pittsburg, Kansas, for a homicide in 2014. This however, was not Bryan’s first run into the law. He had been previously arrested for underage drinking and drug possessions. He was a new freshman at Pittsburg State…

Did you know black Union soldiers refused their salaries for 18 months to protest being paid lower wages than white soldiers? When black soldiers began signing up with the Union Army in early 1863, they were paid $10 a month. White soldiers were paid at least $13, with officers earning more. Blacks were further insulted and charged a $3 monthly fee for clothing, lowing their pay to $7. For about 18 months, black soldiers protested and refused their salaries. In september 1864, black soldiers…

The American Civil War was an inevitable conflict that was destined to take place between the Northern and Southern States. Many historians argued about the reasons that fueled the war between both States. Some historians argued, the war was fought, because both States, the North and South, had major conflicts that resulted in the division of their economy, politics and ideals towards slavery. Others argued that slavery was the root of every conflict that sparked the war, and the war from the…

protected by national or international standards. The idea of people being able to vote and have a voice in their government is a key to the United States Constitution. This was very important for the Kansas-Nebraska Act (a.k.a) “Bleeding Kansas”. This allowed people to give an opinion on if Kansas and Nebraska should become slave or free territories. Popular Sovereignty was also an attempt to keep the North and South from splitting apart over the issue of slavery in the…