[stand watie]

i suspect you are being an optimist, reference to Iraq.

otoh, the USA/CSA was not/IS NOT a "democracy". rather both the USA/CSA were Constitutional Republics.

free dixie,sw

[GOYAKLA]

Thanks for the clarification. The bottom line being we still fight over the reasoning or lack there of for the “Civil War”. In my research of my Family Tree I find both Yanks and Rebs. I also find some on either side of the lines not taking up arms. A lot of people did not participate but were preyed upon by both sides as do some Iragis. Aside: have a look at “www.footnote.com”
I am in no way arguing any of your points! Have a good day....