What were the ideological and economic roles of slavery in secession and how important was slave property to the economy?
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Ideological role of slavery in secession: - Slavery was deeply ingrained in the Southern society and culture, with many Southerners viewing it as a fundamental part of their way of life. - The ideology of slavery was based on the belief in white supremacy and the Show more…
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