Missouri Controversy

Antebellum by Last Best Hope of EarthAugust 18, 2016June 14, 2021

The Theories of Slavery

In the 15 years leading up to the Civil War, a wide variety of theories emerged for how the federal government should deal with slavery expanding, or not expanding, into the territories acquired by the United States.

Antebellum by Last Best Hope of EarthAugust 2, 2016July 26, 2016

The Death of John Quincy Adams

One of the most outspoken Representatives in the House of Representatives, John Quincy Adams, had opposed the declaration of war on Mexico and fought President James Polk’s policies for the duration of his presidency.