nov 8, 1864 - Lincoln wins reelection November 8, 1864 (Political)

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Description: Lincoln won reelection after his first term of presidency was over. A series of late union victories helped his reelection. Lincoln brought forth the election due to the fact that Lincoln believed “We can not have free government without elections; and if the rebellion could force us to forego, or postpone a national election, it might fairly claim to have already conquered and ruined us.”
Immediate Impact: The South had a feeling of defeat.
Long-term impact: Brought forth the collapse of the confederacy.
Key people: Abraham Lincoln and George McClellan were key people.
Role of each person: Lincoln won the election and George McClellan lost.

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