The most vital border state for the Union during the American Civil War was Kentucky. Its strategic location along the Ohio River provided crucial supply routes and access to the Southern states. Additionally, Kentucky had significant manpower, contributing a large number of troops to the Union army. The state’s control was essential for maintaining the balance between Northern and Southern interests in the region.
Delaware (perhaps the most overlooked border state), Kentucky, Maryland and Missouri were the border states that did not secede from the Union.
what state makes up most of arkansas' southern border
Kentucky, because it was the only one invaded by a Confederate army that was able to set up a Confederate government - although that government collapsed when the army had to retreat. Missouri was the scene of much guerrilla combat, but there was little risk of it actually joining the Confederacy. Maryland remained a great worry to Lincoln, because it largely surrounded Washington. But he had jailed its pro-Southern leaders (unlawfully) at the beginning of the war.
Hawaii was the most recent state to join the Union.
most likely just another state but especially if it is not called an international border
Missouri and Tennessee border eight states, the most of any.
what state makes up most of Arkansas' southern border
Kentucky forms most of the northern border of Tennessee.
The strength of the Union is what caused the three border states to remain in the Union. The states had to take a look at the fighting sides and decide which they felt would benefit them the most at the end of the war.
It would be most helpful if the state was identified.
Having lived in Ohio for most of my life, I think we consider ourselves Midwestern, but I am bewildered that this state (that shares a water border with Canada, a strong abolitionist heritage and stood with the Union) referred to as Southern.
Alabama