Why did the Confederate States of America write a constitution that prohibited importing slaves from other countries?

Question

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Responses

to appease President Abraham Lincoln
to appease President Abraham Lincoln

to win the support of Britain and France
to win the support of Britain and France

to appease small farm owners in the South
to appease small farm owners in the South

to win the support of Italy and Germany
to win the support of Italy and Germany

Answer 1

The most accurate response is:

to win the support of Britain and France.

Both countries had already abolished the slave trade and were considering supporting the Confederacy during the Civil War. The Confederate Constitution's ban on importing slaves was partly aimed at gaining favor with these nations, as it aligned with their views on slavery and might encourage them to recognize the Confederacy or provide military support.