Was the Civil War an inevitable conflict? If so, at what point did it become inevitable? Be specific, citing the point (or points) in history where the war became inevitable and explaining why that point produced an inevitable result. If not, what could have been done to avoid the war? Be specific, citing particular points in American history prior to 1865 where the historical actors could have changed the course of history and why that action might have averted the war.

in what ways did civilians support the troops?