6 nov 1860 - Abraham Lincoln’s Election
Description:
1) In 1860, Abraham Lincoln was elected as new president, with no support from the South. As a Republican, his party’s anti-slavery outlook struck fear into many Southerners. 2) On December 20, 1860, South Carolina seceded from the USA. Six more south states followed in the spring of 1861.Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
6 nov 1860
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 165 ans