The Road to the Civil War

What happened in 1846 that passed the House but not the Senate?

Jan 30, 1846

Pre-Civil War

Period: Mar 30, 1846 to Apr 12, 1861

This political party came into existence.

Mar 30, 1847

California

Mar 30, 1850

This event contained the terms of California's statehood.

1850 law regarding runaway slaves

Jun 30, 1850

1852 book

Jun 30, 1852

The law determining the fate of Nebraska and Kansas

Mar 30, 1854

John Brown's massacre of 5 neighbors created this

Mar 30, 1855

Charles Sumner

May 30, 1856

A new political party is formed

Aug 30, 1856

Chief Justice Taney ruled in this case

Mar 30, 1857

Two Presidential candidates debate

Jun 30, 1858

This abolitionist takes over a U.S. arsenal

Oct 16, 1859

A new President is elected

Nov 1, 1860

The United States are no longer united

Dec 20, 1860