Controversy and political violence ruled the 1850s as America ripped itself apart over the issue of slavery. The 1860 election became the deciding moment for the nation’s future. Hear the crazy story around America’s big choice.

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Music Credits

Main ThemeSong: The Storm (TheFatRat & Maisy Kay, produced by The Arcadium)Video Link: www.youtube.com/watch?v=TDyElcvZ_Q0Licensed Use

Opening Theme, Buildup to Election, Start of Civil WarSong: To Arms (Rush Garcia)Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5GeR4kFjCPo&t=159sLicensed Use

Slavery Controversy & Election DaySong: Viens Petite Rose (Efisio Cross)Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dgk3xq5g1GYLicensed Use