Pkease ! what are a few reasons why the south seceded from the union

The scholars immediately disagreed over the causes of the war and they still disagree today.

Many maintain that the main cause of the was that the southern states desired to preserve the institution of slavery.

Others minimize slavery and point to other issues, taxation and principle of States' rights.

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