American Civil War Causes and Key Figures

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What was one of the primary causes of the American Civil War?

Slavery was one of the primary causes of the American Civil War.

Name one significant leader of the Civil War and briefly describe their role.

Ulysses S. Grant served as the commanding General of the Union Army and was crucial in leading Union forces to victory.

How did women contribute to the efforts during the Civil War?

Women contributed as nurses, spies, and by taking over jobs and managing homes while men were away fighting.

What was the impact of soldiers' morale on the outcome of the Civil War?

<p>Soldiers' morale greatly impacted the effectiveness and resiliency of their campaigns, influencing the war's outcome.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain one economic factor that contributed to the tensions leading to the Civil War.

<p>The Southern economy's dependence on cotton and slave labor clashed with the Northern industrial economy and its opposition to slavery.</p> Signup and view all the answers