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Unit 5 – Civil War and Reconstruction, 1848–1877
Topic 5.7
How did economic differences between North and South influence the Election of 1860 and subsequent secession?
Southern states were wealthier, thus felt empowered to form their own nation.
The South's dependence on slave labor intensified conflicts over Lincoln's anti-slavery platform, influencing their decision to secede.
There were no significant economic influences affecting election or secession.
Northern industrialization caused a recession in the South precursoring secession.
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AP US History - 5.7 Election of 1860 and Secession
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