Why would americans in free states want the slave states to remain part of the united states, as opposed to just letting them leave the union? most northerners recognized the south as part of the united states and felt that the south was crucial to the country's economy. most northerners supported a very strong federal government and believed that only government control could end slavery. most northerners believed the only way to change the slave-holding states was to keep them in the union and work for change through legislative means. most northerners wanted the slave states to remain in the union so that the underground railroad would continue to bring cheap labor to the north. question 2(multiple choice worth 1 points)

the birthmark on georgiana's face alludes to the doctrine of "original sin," being tainted with evil from birth

the alfred thayer mahan award for literary achievement is awarded each year by the navy league of the united states. the award is named for an american naval historian and theorist, rear admiral alfred thayer mahan, united states navy who, through his writing, provided stimulus and guidance to those who share in the defense of the nation. presented since 1957, "this award for literary achievement is awarded to a u.s. navy officer, u.s. marine corps officer, enlisted service member, or civilian who has made a notable literary contribution that has advanced the knowledge of the importance of sea power in the united states."[1]