Election of 1860
Who was involved? Think about the people or groups who were involved and affected by this event.
What happened? Summarize the event!
Where did the event take place?
When did the event take place?
Why is this event important to Georgia’s history?
The election of 1860 involved several key people and groups, including Abraham Lincoln, Stephen Douglas, John Bell, and John C. Breckinridge, who were all presidential candidates. The Republican Party, which nominated Lincoln, was involved, as well as the Democratic Party, which split into two factions, supporting Douglas and Breckinridge. The event also affected the southern states, particularly Georgia, as it played a significant role in the lead up to the American Civil War.
During the election, Abraham Lincoln, representing the Republican Party, emerged as the victor. His election victory led to an increase in tensions between the northern and southern states, ultimately resulting in the secession of the southern states, including Georgia, from the Union.
The election took place throughout the United States, with various states holding elections and casting their votes.
The election of 1860 occurred on November 6, 1860.
The event is important to Georgia's history as it marked a critical turning point that led to the state's decision to secede from the Union. Georgia's secession was driven by concerns over the preservation of slavery and the belief that Lincoln's presidency would threaten the institution. This decision ultimately led to Georgia's involvement in the Confederate States of America and its participation in the American Civil War.