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Digital History
Digital History: The Civil War Begins [Pdf]
The election of 1860 showed the deep divisions that split the country. With four candidates representing four very different approaches to the issue of slavery, the outcome resulted in the secession of South Carolina, followed eventually...
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Fort Sumter
A fascinating look at the "chess game" that involved Fort Sumter, a United States military installation in Charleston Harbor off the coast of South Carolina. Read about the moves by various leaders to keep or take the fort without...
The White House
The White House: Presidents: James Buchanan
Some biographical information on the 15th president of the United States. A portrait is provided.
Smithsonian Institution
National Portrait Gallery: Hall of Presidents: James Buchanan
A brief summary of James Buchanan's presidential term.
Other
James Buchanan's Home
Good site to learn more about the more personal side of James Buchanan. Links include: a description of his mansion, a bio of his adopted first lady Harriet Lane and a gift shop, where you can find good reference books on Buchanan.