1860, December 20 South Carolina, rapidly followed by six other southern states, secedes from Union in reaction to election of Lincoln, who opposes extension of slavery into western territories. These states organize the Confederate States of America.
ILLINOIS - Whiteside County - Historic Districts
Lock and Dam No. 13 Historic District
(added 2004 - - #04000173)
4999 Lock Rd. , Fulton
Historic Significance:
Event
Area of Significance:
Conservation, Military, Social History, Politics/Government, Transportation, Commerce, Maritime History, Economics
Period of Significance:
1925-1949
Owner:
Federal
Historic Function:
Transportation
Historic Sub-function:
Water-Related
Current Function:
Transportation
Current Sub-function:
Water-Related
Main Street Historic District
(added 1982 - - #82002602)