Bleeding Kansas
1856-1820
Bleeding Kansas started as meeting for people to come and vote on the issue of slavery, but turned into a much bigger deal. People from all across the country came to speak their mind and give their opinions on the issue. Abolitionist John Brown (picture above, top right) was one of many there, expressing his beliefs. John Brown hated slavery, and anyone who supported it. He got in a dispute, and he killed five people. Historians say that at least 56 people lost their lives during this event.
Bleeding Kansas was significant to the Civil War because it created a big dispute within the country and over one of the biggest problems at the time. When a few people get together and have disagreements that lead to fighting, can you imagine what it would be like when the whole country joins in? That is what happened during the Civil War. A few people start arguing over something, in this case slavery, and then people start choosing sides.
Here are some websites if you would like to learn more on Bleeding Kansas:
Bleeding Kansas was significant to the Civil War because it created a big dispute within the country and over one of the biggest problems at the time. When a few people get together and have disagreements that lead to fighting, can you imagine what it would be like when the whole country joins in? That is what happened during the Civil War. A few people start arguing over something, in this case slavery, and then people start choosing sides.
Here are some websites if you would like to learn more on Bleeding Kansas: