Sectionalism

American heritage dictionary of the english language fifth edition.

Sectionalism. Sectionalism prior to the civil war the united states was divided by the sectional differences between the north south and west. The sectional balance between the states was preserved. Sectionalism can be found in the spanish regions of catalonia the spanish portion of the basque country galicia and andalusia.

The victory spurred 11 southern states to secede from the union and form the confederate states of america. Regional or local spirit prejudice etc. Sectionalism synonyms sectionalism pronunciation sectionalism translation english dictionary definition of sectionalism.

The most pronounced difference was over the issue of enslaving people with the south staunchly defending the need for slave labor for its agrarian based economy to function. The most dramatic manifestation of national division was the political struggle over slavery particularly over its spread into new territories. Sectionalism definition is an exaggerated devotion to the interests of a region.

Excessive devotion to local interests and customs. All of the northern states opposed slavery so the popular vote went with like minded lincoln. How to use sectionalism in a sentence.

Farmers in the late 19th century feeling exploited by railroads headquartered in the east supported the populist political movement. Sectionalism has also existed in the american west. From the united states foundation in 1776 through the 1850s sectionalism gradually brought the country closer to civil war.

Citation needed in spain. Other articles where sectionalism is discussed. Sectionalism in the united states was prevalent in the 1800s and it refers to different customs social structures lifestyles and the political views of the american north and south.