The starting point of the great war between the states
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The starting point of the great war between the states
The starting point of the great war between the states inauguration of Jefferson Davis. Date c1888 January 19
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This evocative photograph captures the solemn and historic moment as Jefferson Davis takes the oath of office as the first and only President of the Confederate States of America on February 18, 1861. The scene is set in Montgomery, Alabama, where Davis, a United States Senator and former Secretary of War, led the secessionist movement that culminated in the formation of the Confederate States of America. The Great War between the States, also known as the American Civil War, had begun. The image, taken in January 1888, shows Davis standing before a crowd of supporters, many of whom are dressed in their finest attire, as he raises his right hand to take the oath. The United States flag can be seen in the background, symbolizing the imminent division of the nation. Davis's determined expression and the seriousness etched on the faces of the onlookers underscore the gravity of the situation. The American Civil War, which lasted from 1861 to 1865, was a pivotal moment in United States history. It was fought primarily over the issue of slavery and states' rights, and resulted in the deaths of over 600,000 soldiers and civilians. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the events that led to this devastating conflict and the profound impact it had on the nation.
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