Road to the Civil War

By kontulisj18

  • First Slaves Arrived

    The southern colony becomes dependant on slaves.

  • French and Indian War

    Conflict between North & South on who the US should be helping

  • Declaration of Independance

    It stated that all men should be treated equal.

  • George Washington signed the tariff act

    North wanted tariff to make more money. South did not want tariffs

  • Big or Small Government

    The south wanted small governments in each state. The north wanted one big, central government.

  • War of 1812

    South wanted it, and the north didn't

  • Annexing Texas

    North & South disagreed on what to do about Texas