Abraham Lincoln: The American Civil War and the Abolition of Slavery

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Keen to learn but short on time? Get to grips with the life of Abraham Lincoln in next to no time with this concise guide.

50Minutes.com provides a clear and engaging analysis of Abraham Lincoln. Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States, is undoubtedly one of the most celebrated figures in US history. His time as president is often overshadowed by the fact that it was his election that triggered the American Civil War and the secession of the southern states. But Lincoln did in fact achieve many great, historic things throughout his presidency; most significantly, the abolition of slavery.

In just 50 minutes you will:

• Learn more about Abraham Lincoln’s life from his election as president to his assassination
• Understand why he was a controversial figure and how his election led to the secession of the southern states
• Analyse the actions taken by Lincoln during his time in office and how he dealt with the outbreak of the American Civil War

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