What REALLY caused the American Civil War?

For hundreds of years America has studied and observed the history of the American Civil War. Hindsight has given historians much to reflect on by using accounts from those living through the tumultuous times and a plethora of digital resources. Edward L. Ayers, Tucker-Boatwright Professor in Humanities at the University of Richmond, and founding chair of the American Civil War Museum leads Museum Teacher Institute participants through an examination of the controversies that led to increased sectional tensions. What caused the American Civil War? #americanhistory #america #civilwar #educationalvideo #confederate #union #flag #robertelee #lincoln #president #election