Introduction

You are a member of a historical research team that has been asked to produce a documentary on "The Civil War-Causes and Events."

 The growing conflict among the North, South, and West forms one of the most tragic themes in United States history. The story that unfolds during this sad period is one of conflict, compromise, and desperate attempts to restore harmony.

The Civil War took more American lives than any other war in history. It divided the people of the United States, so that in many families, brothers fought against brothers and fathers fought against sons.

This documentary will need to highlight the many causes and events that comprise the Civil War Era, including: Introduction and Background, Background to Conflict, Causes of Conflict, and The War.