What was the significance of the election of 1860?

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Akira Rowe

30 January, 03:37

What was the significance of the election of 1860?

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Ishaan Ali · Answer 1

The election of Lincoln served as the primary catalyst of the American Civil War. The United States had become increasingly divided during the 1850s over sectional disagreements, especially regarding the extension of slavery into the territories.

Destiny Mercer · Answer 2

The election of Lincoln served as the primary catalyst of the American Civil War. The United States had become increasingly divided during the 1850s over sectional disagreements, especially regarding the extension of slavery into the territories.