Abraham Lincoln
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Civil War and Presidency

Abraham Lincoln's presidency was marked by the American Civil War and his efforts to preserve the Union.
Inaugurated President
March 4, 1861
Lincoln was inaugurated on the steps of the US Capitol building.
Fort Sumter Attacked
April 12, 1861
Confederate artillery opened fire on Fort Sumter in Charleston Harbor.
First Battle of Bull Run
July 21, 1861
US armies suffered a humiliating defeat.
Emancipation Proclamation
January 1, 1863
Lincoln issued the final Emancipation Proclamation, freeing all enslaved people in territories held by Confederates.
Gettysburg Address
November 19, 1863
Lincoln delivered the Gettysburg Address.
Lee Surrenders
April 9, 1865
Lee surrendered to Grant at Appomattox Court House, Virginia.