1860 Election

1860 Election

The 1860 election divided the Union. Because the Electoral College institutionalizes a role for states in selecting the President, Lincoln was elected with only 40 percent of the popular vote. Upon his election seven states seceded, starting the Civil War.

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Images of American Political History "Civil War" date unknown 20 Mar 2006. Created by Gary Keith and Mike Frost.