The many faces of slavery

This is an overview of the history of slavery in South Carolina featuring petitions that influenced the laws and peoples affected by the institution.

Speech of Mr. Calhoun, of South Carolina, on the slavery question. Delivered in the Senate of the United States, March 4, 1850

The speech addresses the question, how can the union be preserved? He goes on to explain the threats to the union and give suggestions for how the threats can be handled.