dec 20, 1860 - South Carolina’s secession: December 20, 1860
Description:
South Carolina became the first state to secede from the confederate. The election of Abraham Lincoln triggered southern states to become enraged and felt as though they had to do something to fight for the slaves to remain their property. This secession began the secession of states, this would continue the divide between the north and south and lead to the formation of The Confederate States of America.Added to timeline:
Date:
dec 20, 1860
Now
~ 164 years ago