DDW started a narrowly defined thread about the legitimacy of Civil War secession HERE. This thread has raised many side topics.

As DDW's thread is narrowly defined, it is inappropriate to pursue these interesting but off topic subjects within that particular thread. This thread is for all who wish to continue with discussion of any Civil War related topics without derailing DDW's original thread. Sequella of the Civil War are fair game here too. Knock yourselves out.