From political battles to actual warfare, America has experienced deep divides throughout its history. Join us as we explore the moments when the United States was most fractured along ideological, racial, and political lines. These watershed periods didn't just divide citizens temporarily—they fundamentally altered the nation's trajectory and continue to influence American society today. Our countdown includes the Vietnam War, the Jim Crow Era, the Trump presidency, the Watergate scandal, the 2000 election dispute, and more! The effects of these divisions continue to reverberate through American society. Which period do you think caused the biggest rift within the American populace? Let us know in the comments below! read more...
Top 10 Most Divisive Periods in American History
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VOICE OVER: Peter DeGiglio
WRITTEN BY: Arianna Wechter
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