INTRODUCTION
The American civil war begun in 1861 until 1865. It was one of the landmark events that changed the American people. The war came to an end with the passage of three important constitutional amendments. The three amendments abolished slavery, granted citizenship to freed slaves and consequently gave them the democratic right to vote. It is evident that the civil war changed the political, social and economic landscape of the American people. During the civil war, the railway system took a leap because of its pivotal role in the war. It played a major role in transportation of troops, weapons ...
