It's a trade off, and for many people it's one that is well worth the regular HOA fees. Still, before you commit to the purchase of a condo or townhouse in a managed development it's important to understand how HOA fees are calculated, and what you should expect to get in return for your money.
What was the effect of the naval blockade of the Confederacy by the Union? Serious shortage of war supplies of every kind on the Confederate side, and repeated efforts to recruit foreign allies to break the blockade.
The issue of slavery ultimately did tear the Union apart, but 74 years before the start of the Civil War this volatile issue threatened to do the same during the Constitutional Convention when Northern and Southern states took strong positions on the issue. Those who opposed slavery in the Northern states wanted to bring an end to the importation and sale of slaves.