Civil War Dbq

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Why did Texans fight in the Civil War? Texans fought in the Civil War for three reasons: To protect states’ rights, the love for Texas, and to preserve slavery. Texans fought with the Confederate against the Union for freedom and the preservation of slavery. This was the start of a violent war that changed the United States forever… One reason why Texans fought in the Civil War was to protect states rights. The south did not want the north to destroy their economy and slavery. They thought the election of Abraham Lincoln would ruin their rights. (Document C) Texans also fought for their love for Texas. They had lots of land and resources. There were many slaves and lots of cattle and crops such as cotton and corn. (Document D) About 65,000

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