Answer: The south seceded because Abraham Lincoln was elected president
Explanation: Since Lincoln was an abolitionist, the economic interests of the slave-owner southern landowners were threatened, as it would mean economic ruin, since it meant they would have to pay wages and a change their way of life.
On April 2, 1917, President Woodrow Wilson went before a joint session of Congress to seek a Declaration of War against Germany in order that the world “be made safe for democracy.” Four days later, Congress voted to declare war, with six senators and fifty House members dissenting.
When President Roosevelt said he had "lost the battle, but won the war," he was referring to his plan to "pack the courts" with judges he endorsed.
Answer:
Using slaves to complete government projects. Territory gained using slaves to populate Indian land. Money gained from taxing slave sales and plantations.
Explanation: Using slaves to complete government projects. Territory gained using slaves to populate Indian land. Money gained from taxing slave sales and plantations.
