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The Kansas-Nebraska Act and the Path to Civil War
This video explains the Kansas-Nebraska Act of 1854, which introduced popular sovereignty as a way to decide the issue of slavery in new states. It also covers the violent aftermath, known as Bleeding Kansas, and other key events, such...
TMW Media
The Story of John Brown's Raid on Harper's Ferry
A trip to a wax museum and a conversation with a local historian tell the story of John Brown's raid on Harper's Ferry. On October 16, 1859, an abolotionist named John Brown led a raid on the armory in Harper's Ferry, West Virginia....
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History Kids: Causes of the Civil War
In this video, students will learn about the events and issues that led up to the Civil War in the United States. The video explores topics such as the Missouri Compromise, the Fugitive Slave Act, the Kansas-Nebraska Act, and the...
PBS
Pbs: American Experience: John Brown's Holy War: John Brown's Life
A timeline of abolitionist John Brown's life. Click on the links to the left to go to more information regarding Brown, Harpers Ferry, a map of his travels, and a teacher's guide.
PBS
Pbs: American Experience: John Brown's Holy War: Following John Brown 1800 1859
Students can follow the adventures of abolitionist John Brown through many areas of the United States, either chronologically or by location by using the interactive map.