Lincoln Presidency (mar 4, 1861 – apr 15, 1865)
Description:
Abraham Lincoln, a legislator and vocal opponent of slavery, was elected 16th president of the United States, shortly before the outbreak of the Civil War. Lincoln proved to be great strategist and a creative leader - his Emancipation Proclamation paved the way for slavery’s abolition.Added to timeline:
Date:
mar 4, 1861
apr 15, 1865
~ 4 years