Join us this week as we continue to explore the idea of Manifest Destiny and the political compromises as a result that led the nation closer toward civil war.

Support the show

Join me as we explore the dark side of the American experience. The issue of slavery is one of the primary causes of the Civil War, making its understanding crucial in digesting future episodes, topics, and pathways to the war.  

Support the show

Understanding the root causes is key to grasping the depth of any conflict; the American Civil War is no exception. In this episode, we will explore some of the major social, economic, and political driving forces that helped generate the early roots of division between North and South and help guide the United States toward civil war.

Support the show