Abraham Lincoln in the Civil War

By erinkate26
  • Lincoln Inaugurated

    Lincoln Inaugurated

    Abraham Lincoln becomes the 16th president. Seven southern states secede.
  • Fort Sumter

    Fort Sumter

    Lincoln attempts to resupply Fort Sumter. Confederate soldiers open fire on the fort. The Civil War begins.
  • Lincoln Calls for an End of Rebellion

    Lincoln Calls for an End of Rebellion

    Lincoln tells 75,000 volunteer troops to end the rebellion of the south.
  • Emancipation Proclamation Intentions

    Emancipation Proclamation Intentions

    Lincoln announces his intentions to issue the Emancipation Proclamation.
  • Gettysburg Address

    Gettysburg Address

    Lincoln gives the Gettysburg Address for fallen soldiers.
  • Lincoln Pardons South

    Lincoln Pardons South

    Lincoln offers full pardons to the southerners willing to come back to the union.