dec 20, 1860 - South Carolina Secedes from Union
Description:
South Carolina became the first state to secede from the United States as a result of Lincoln’s presidency. This led other Southern states to follow, and the act of secession created a direct challenge to the federal government, increasing tensions and ultimately leading to the outbreak of the Civil War.Added to timeline:
Date:
dec 20, 1860
Now
~ 164 years ago