International Impact of the American Civil War
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"...[The American Civil War] had a tremendous global impact. It shook up the textile industries in Europe and the world cotton market. It had an impact in Britain, France, India, and Egypt. Pro-monarchy and pro-republican forces in Europe closely followed the Civil War, and the Union’s ultimate victory was seen as vindicating republicanism. The end of slavery in the United States was also a boost for the international anti-slavery movement, influencing Brazil to end slavery as well in 1888...."
Key Terms
- American Civil War
- Emancipation Proclamation
- Battle of Gettysburg
- Battle of Vicksburg
- Statue of Liberty
- Monroe Doctrine
- Napoleon III & French Conflict with Mexico (Cinco de Mayo)
- Battle of Puebla
- British Canada (Dominion Status)
Guided Viewing Questions
- Why was the American Civil War important for Britain and France’s economies?
- Why was the American Civil War important for European conservatives and European liberals?
- What major ways did the American Civil War change the United States?
- How did the American Civil War impact counties such as Egypt, India, Brazil, Mexico and Canada?