The Road to the Civil War By mebel3 Jan 30, 1846 What happened in 1846 that passed the House but not the Senate? Period: Mar 30, 1846 to Apr 12, 1861 Pre-Civil War Mar 30, 1847 This political party came into existence. Mar 30, 1850 California This event contained the terms of California's statehood. Jun 30, 1850 1850 law regarding runaway slaves Jun 30, 1852 1852 book Mar 30, 1854 The law determining the fate of Nebraska and Kansas Mar 30, 1855 John Brown's massacre of 5 neighbors created this May 30, 1856 Charles Sumner Aug 30, 1856 A new political party is formed Mar 30, 1857 Chief Justice Taney ruled in this case Jun 30, 1858 Two Presidential candidates debate Oct 16, 1859 This abolitionist takes over a U.S. arsenal Nov 1, 1860 A new President is elected Dec 20, 1860 The United States are no longer united
