In this episode of History 102, hosts Erik Torenberg and Rudyard Lynch delve into the American Civil War, providing a comprehensive overview encompassing its causes, key battles, and the aftermath. --- SPONSOR: PLUMB Plumb is a no-code AI app builder designed for product teams who care about quality and speed. What is taking you weeks to hand-code today can be done confidently in hours. Check out https://bit.ly/PlumbTCR for early access. – Recommended Podcast: Company Breakdowns Each episode of Company Breakdowns dives into S-1s and series B-and-beyond companies, interviewing founders and investors to break down the companies. First episode is on Rubrik - which just IPO'd. Coming up this season: Databricks, Reddit + more, Spotify Apple – This show is produced by Turpentine: a network of podcasts, newsletters, and more, covering technology, business, and culture — all from the perspective of industry insiders and experts. We’re launching new shows every week, and we’re looking for industry-leading sponsors — if you think that might be you and your company, email us at [email protected]. – FOLLOW ON X: @whatifalthist (Rudyard) @eriktorenberg (Erik) @TurpentineMedia – RECOMMENDED BOOKS: Roll, Jordan, Roll by Eugene D. Genovese The Guns of the South by Harry Turtledove – TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Intro (00:41) Exploring the Roots of the American Civil War (01:24) Complex Causes Behind the Civil War (02:02) Slavery in Sparking the Civil War (04:12) The Industrial Revolution's Impact on the Civil War (06:34) Reflections and the Debate on Civil War Causes (16:55) Beliefs of the North and South (20:57) The South's Strategy and the Role of International Powers (22:57) Sponsor (23:00) The Turning Points of the Civil War (29:14) The War Itself (48:19) The Aftermath and Reconstruction Era (55:26) Wrap