1. (40 points) The rapid convulsions and transformations that shook the United States after the Civil War often resulted in violence and violent conflict. Pick three different examples of the role

of violence in shaping American history during the periods we've covered so far in class. In your essay then answer these questions: What made each example such a violent period in American history? How did the violence change the course of American history? And, finally, what connections do you see between your three examples? Are there common underlying causes or issues? Why or why not?