ANDREW JOHNSON
DVD, guide
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Stars Walter Matthau. By opposing secession from the Union in the years before the Civil War, Tennessee Senator Johnson places himself in conflict with the people of his state. His opposition subjects him to a near lynching and the loss of his political base. Issues: the economics of slavery, and the preservation of the Union vs. states’ rights.
This title is part of the series: PROFILES IN COURAGE
| Publisher | Zenger |
|---|---|
| Grade | 7 and up |
| Color | Black-and-white |
| Run Time | 50 minutes |
Teacher's guide
