S1E13 - Sectional Crisis: Compromise, “Bleeding Kansas” & Prelude to Civil War

In Episode 13 of Star-Spangled Studies, Dr. G unpacks how the 1850s sectional crisis shattered the Union. Key topics include:• Senate caning of Charles Sumner & breakdown of debate• Compromise of 1850 and the Fugitive Slave Act• Uncle Tom’s Cabin’s moral impact• Kansas–Nebraska Act, popular sovereignty & “Bleeding Kansas”• Rise of the Republican Party• Dred Scott decision’s political earthquake• John Brown’s raid at Harpers Ferry• 1860 election: four-way split & Lincoln’s sectional victoryFollow Along & Stay ConnectedStay connected with Dr. G and the podcast community:📘 Facebook 📸 Instagram: @star_spangled_studiesDon’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share Star-Spangled Studies with fellow history lovers!