On November 4, 1860, Abraham Lincoln was elected the 16th president of the United States. By the time of his inauguration, seven states had seceded from the Union. Learn more about Lincoln and his turbulent presidency.
On November 4, 1860, Abraham Lincoln was elected the 16th president of the United States. By the time of his inauguration, seven states had seceded from the Union. Learn more about Lincoln and his turbulent presidency.