History of North America

Did Kansas provide money in the civil war?

Yes, Kansas did provide money to the Union during the Civil War. According to the Kansas Historical Society, the state contributed a total of $132,440 to the war effort, which included $100,000 in state bonds and $32,440 in private donations. This money was used to support the Union Army and to provide relief for soldiers' families. Additionally, Kansas also sent a number of soldiers to fight for the Union, with an estimated 20,000 men serving in various units during the war.