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Tariff of 1816
Tariffs were imposed in international goods to protect American manufacturers and boost economy. These angered the Southerners involved in agriculture as it increased the price of production. -
Tariff of 1828
A higher tariff was secured. The South declared it as the "Tariff of Abominations" -
South Carolina and the Nullification Crisis
South Carolina declared the tariff of 1828 and 1832 null because they believed it was not in the best interest of the state. The state threatened secession if the tariffs were enforced. -
Force Bill
A bill passed in response to South Carolina's Nullification claims. Troops are sent to South Carolina to enforce the Tariffs and the federal law. -
Lincoln wins the Presidency
President Lincoln wins the presidency and takes office in March 4, 1861. -
South Carolina Seceeds
South Carolina felt their southern rights and institutions were being infringed upon and acted to defend them. -
The Civil War Begins
The Confederate army attacks the Union at Fort Sumter. -
Emancipation Proclamation
Lincoln frees the slaves in acquired Union territories. -
Surrender at Appomattox
The Civil War officially ends when General Lee surrenders. -
13th Amendment Ratified
The states ratified this amendment and abolished slavery in the United States.
