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Between 1860 and 1861, 11 Southern states seceded from the Civil War, however the war raised several issues...
Three amendments adopted after the war defined American citizenship and transformed the relationship between the national and state governments. In this lesson you should be able to uncover the several important constitutional issues raised by president Lincoln's actions, including suspension of habeas corpus and the Emancipation Proclamation. When you're done try to explain some of the similarities and differences between the united states and confederate constitution. Be able to explain the differences and what led to the 13th, 14th, and 15th amendments.
- The rights of the states to secede
- The presidents wartime powers
- The balanced between individual rights and national security
- The Constitutional status of slavery
Three amendments adopted after the war defined American citizenship and transformed the relationship between the national and state governments. In this lesson you should be able to uncover the several important constitutional issues raised by president Lincoln's actions, including suspension of habeas corpus and the Emancipation Proclamation. When you're done try to explain some of the similarities and differences between the united states and confederate constitution. Be able to explain the differences and what led to the 13th, 14th, and 15th amendments.
Reading Guide
Three-fifths Compromise - Touches on Article 1 section 2 of the Constitution
United States Constitution - Everything anything you want to know bout the branches of government
United States Constitution - Everything anything you want to know bout the branches of government