South Carolina's secession refers to the act of South Carolina withdrawing from the United States and becoming an independent state in response to political tensions and disagreements with the federal government.
Related terms
Nullification Crisis: This term refers to the conflict between the federal government and South Carolina in 1832 over the state's attempt to nullify a federal law, which ultimately laid some groundwork for secession.
States' Rights: This term refers to the belief that individual states have certain powers and rights separate from those of the federal government, which was a key factor leading to South Carolina's decision to secede.
Election of 1860: This term refers to the presidential election in which Abraham Lincoln, who was opposed by many southern states including South Carolina due to his anti-slavery stance, was elected as president. The election results played a significant role in triggering South Carolina's secession.