Civil War

Sparked by conflicting views on slavery and states’ rights, ultimately leading to the defeat of the Confederacy and abolishment of slavery.

 

Significance

  • Wartime financing led to significant tax increases
  • Introduction of the first Income Tax in the US to fund the Union war effort.

 

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