Abraham Lincoln’s 1860 Election: A Defining Moment for the United States
On November 6, 1860, Abraham Lincoln was elected as the 16th President of the United States, a momentous occasion that would reshape the nation’s future. As the country faced escalating divisions over slavery, Lincoln’s victory brought hope to many while provoking tension among Southern states. His election marked the beginning of one of the most transformative periods in American history, setting the stage for the Civil War.
