One of the major points ofcontention in the discussions leading to the writing of the U.S. Constitutionwas the issue of slavery.  

Even the Three-Fifths Compromise cameabout as a way to appease southern slaver owners.  Slavery continued tocause disruptions in 

government, economics, and social interactions from 1877through the outbreak of the Civil War.  So, if you were ahistorian, at what point 

(if any) would you argue that the Civil Warbecame inevitable? What event or action/inaction had the most detrimentaleffect on national unity 

that ultimately led to the outbreak of war in1861?  In your essay make sure that you develop a strong argument andthat you provide numerous specific examples to support your argument.