The 1860 presidential election, which saw Abraham Lincoln win without Southern support, intensified divisions over slavery ...

As America pushed westward, old divisions over slavery deepened — setting the stage for Civil War. America was halfway ...

Preface -- Republican storm rising? -- Democrats' trials and tribulations -- Democrats' nominations : Act I -- The third way -- Republicans choose an "available" man -- Democrats' nominations : Act II ...

In the 1840s, Parker was denied admission to the New York State bar, despite meeting all the requirements and training to ...

This restored and colorized collection provides a unique glimpse into everyday life during the American Civil War in the 1860s. The photos show soldiers in camp, families waiting at home, and towns ...

Zach Nunamaker, of Momence, gave a presentation on Iroquois County soldiers who served in the two largest Illinois infantries ...

South Carolina gala marks 150 years after secession, sparks debate on slavery. Dec. 20, 2010— -- It's been 150 years since South Carolina became the first state to secede from the Union ahead of ...

Minor, Charles L. C. (Charles Landon Carter), 1835-1903, Harmon, Edward P. cash book maintained by Confederate Captain Charles L. C. Minor from 1860 to 1864. Also contained within the cash book's ...

This restored and colorized collection offers a sober and unfiltered glimpse into life during the American Civil War in the ...