Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln is widely represented as one of the biggest contributor to civil rights in the modern age. He was responsible for abolishing slavery in one of the world's biggest and most powerful nations, the United States of America. Because of his actions he was also responsible for starting the american civil war, one of the world's bloodiest and most violent wars in history.
Lincoln was born on february 12, 1809 in Hodgenville Kentucky. For most of his childhood he was mostly self educated, constantly reading books and gaining knowledge on the world around him. Even when he started as a young lawyer, he always outwardly opposed slavery. When Abraham began to get into politics he was always popular by the people. Although he lacked an education, money or powerful friends, he still managed to gain significant popularity and was described to be able to draw crowds. When Lincoln was elected as the 16th president of the united states, that's when he made a real change to the world. Back in Lincoln's time, slavery was more accepted and was legal in many of the southern states in America. Although slavery was illegal in the northern states, they still contributed to slavery
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by the fugitive slave act of 1850. On January 1st, 1863 Lincoln and his government passed the law saying that the ownership of slaves was illegal. What made Lincoln successful in passing that law was the fact that almost all of the northern states were opposed to slavery as well. I shows that when Lincoln was elected, he gained popular vote in almost all of the northern states and gained the lowest vote in all southern states but one. With the southern states unwilling to surrender their slaves, the United States collapsed into a bloody civil war. I believe that Lincoln’s biggest challenge in his fight against slavery was actually before he was elected president. As mentioned before, when Lincoln was president slavery was more opposed than it was when he was younger. Back then slavery was generally supported by the majority of the nation. When Lincoln was first starting his political career, he may have received a lot of criticism for his views. Although it must have been hard, he kept through it and managed to make a huge leap in civil equality. In my opinion the issue that Abraham Lincoln took on was probably one of the most important civil rights issues of the modern age.
With his abolish to slavery he managed to pass the torch to other civil rights fighters such as Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks and because of him America saw its first black president, Barack Obama. If Lincoln never did abolish slavery in the united states, the world could have been a very different place. It's hard for us to believe now that we once treated blacks as inferior people. Our society is completely different then it was back in Lincoln’s time. Although if Lincoln never did abolish slavery when he did, someone most likely would have done so some time in the future, but racial separation would be that much farther
behind. I picked Abraham Lincoln to do my essay on because I think of him as one of the most influential men in history. He was brave enough to stand up against slavery in the country he loved and I give him great respect for that. I always knew a decent amount about Lincoln but I always wanted to know more in detail about what he did and how he did it. In a lot of ways, I see Abraham Lincoln as a role model to me because he teaches me to stand up against the injustices in the world and that you can always make a difference. Abraham Lincoln was able to take down slavery in one of the biggest and most powerful nations in the world. Although he was responsible for starting the civil war, I believe that those soldiers died for a noble cause. Because of him, the slaves ancestors are now able to live normal and happy lives, equal in status to the rest of us.
Abraham Lincoln was born in February 12, 1809 three miles south of Hodgenville, Kentucky. Born of humble origins in a farmer family, he lost his mother at a young age and received minimum education during his younger years. Nevertheless, according to stories from his family and friends he loved to read and spent long periods of time reading. His cousin, Denis Hanks onc...
Lincoln became president in January of 1860. During this time, many of the Southern states began to secede, plunging the United States into a Civil War. At the beginning, the war was about state’s rights, but it eventually became about slave rights. In the end, the Union won, America was reunited, and the slaves were freed. Many say that Lincoln was the Great Emancipator because of this act, but did you know he didn’t want the freed slaves to have the same rights as whites? From the time he was involved in the political realm to the day he was assassinated Lincoln was just another politician. If he was really the Great Emancipator he would have been more focused on the slaves than the Union. He also wouldn’t have issued the Emancipation
Abraham Lincoln was an intricate yet prosperous person, shown through his movement from poverty to politics. Lincoln was born to poverty in Kentucky in 1809 and settled in Illinois at the age fifteen. He was captain of the militia in Illinois during the Black Hawk War of 1832 and served four terms as a Whig in the state legislature and in Congress, from 1847 to 1849. Lincoln strayed away from politics for a little while to return to law but his interest rekindled as a result of the Kansas-Nebraska Act .
Abraham Lincoln was one of the greatest presidents to ever serve in office in the history of the U.S., serving from 1860 to 1865. A self-educated attorney from Illinois, he proved himself to be a brilliant leader throughout the Civil War period. Although President Abraham Lincoln faced the biggest crisis in American history, he saved the nation by preserving the Union during the Civil War, boosting the economy, by fighting for the abolition of slavery, and by boosting the Northern economy.
His actions brought about great challenges for him, and the following fathers of our country. would go through the sand. The combination of both races and more freedoms would stir trouble for many years to come. Although his actions stopped slavery, it didn't stop the harsh treatment of the black race, which has been carried out for decades. Lincoln's Presidency was dominated by the war.
Abraham Lincoln served in many facets of the United States government and was also a respected lawyer in Illinois. He was best known for being elected as the 16th President of the United States of America. As president, Lincoln guided the United States through one of the worst times in American history, the Civil War. From the start of his political career, Lincoln was instrumental in his efforts and eventual success in ending slavery in America. He was known for his public speaking abilities and delivered some of the most popular speeches in United States history. He lived a successful life before the presidency, during the presidency, and up to the time of his tragic death. His life was cut short when he was assassinated in 1865 while still serving as President of the United States. Lincoln was revered as one of the greatest presidents in American history. Prior to becoming one of the most powerful men in the world, Lincoln grew up in a poverty-stricken family.
Lincoln’s assassination damaged the north’s and south’s relationship, increasing the north’s hate toward the south. His death gave the Radical Republicans more freedom to punish the south. And it put Andrew Johnson in charge who also wanted to punish the south and had a very bad relationship with the Congressmen. Without President Lincoln, the process of reconstruction took 12 years. If Lincoln were still alive during that time maybe many of the things that happened wouldn’t have. He could’ve controlled the Radicals, saved the relationships of the north and south, stopped much of the racism and racial groups like the KKK, and President Johnson wouldn’t have been in charge. In conclusion, Lincoln’s untimely death had a massive impact on slowing down reconstruction.
Lincoln is famously known for ending slavery. He Issued the Emancipation of Proclamation. The presidential proclamation was issued during the American Civil War. Lincoln stated in his speech, "I do order and declare that all persons held as slaves within said designated States, and parts of states, and henceforward shall be free." The states he was referring to were the 11 out of 22 states that still had slavery. It was because of Lincoln that millions ...
Abraham Lincoln and Slavery Many Americans believe that Abraham Lincoln was the “Great Emancipator,” the sole individual who ended slavery, and the man who epitomizes freedom. In his brief presidential term, Lincoln dealt with an unstable nation, with the South seceding from the country and in brink of leaving permanently.
Abraham Lincoln is regarded by many Americans as the greatest president to ever hold office in the history of the United States, and his reputation is definitely well deserved. Lincoln wasn't scared to stand up and fight for what he knew was right. He was convinced that within the branches of government, the presidency alone was empowered not only to uphold the Constitution, but also to protect, and defend it. Lincoln was able to lead our country and preserve the Union, keeping the United States from splintering during the devastating times of the Civil War. As President, he built the Republican Party into a strong national organization, and he rallied most of the northern Democrats to the Union cause. On January 1, 1863, he issued the Emancipation Proclamation that changed the war into a battle for freedom and declared forever free those slaves within the Confederacy. That November, Lincoln gave his famous Gettysburg Address, which stated how a country must be dedicated to human freedom in order to survive. He dedicated the battlefield to the soldiers who had perished, and called on the living to finish the task the dead soldiers had begun. (Donald, 1995) Lincoln believed that democracy could be a lasting form of government. He showed a nobility of character that had worldwide appeal, and he was a man of great integrity. However, Lincoln was not only the 16th president of the United States, he was an American hero. Lincoln was a well-rounded individual and he had numerous outstanding qualities. However, it is important to remember that Lincoln also led a private life, complete with close friends and family.
...ust and lasting peace among ourselves, and with all nations.” Lincoln was focused on his main goal of improving the status of our country and how to achieve the peace he wanted as quickly and efficiently as possible. Lincoln would have been more lenient with the south; therefore, would have prevented the anger which was caused after Johnson's Reconstruction plan was in place. Furthermore, if he would have lived, he would not have put up with the violence, especially related to supremacy and racism. He would have ensured the security and protection of the slaves before any negative events could happen. Unlike Johnson, Abraham Lincoln would not have placed the blame on a certain party. He would have found a way to create peace so his plan of reestablishing the union would be quicker and he would have made decisions based on the fairness and equality toward Americans.
Abraham Lincoln (12 Feb. 1809-15 Apr. 1865) the 16th president (civilwar.org) of the United States of America was one of the main public persons that influence the civil war in many aspects. Even though the civil war may have been the last resource the nation had, it could be argue that Lincoln’s governments try its best to find a different solution. The civil war was a conflict that destroyed the nation; it perhaps could have been avoided if the second party had work for a solution. But it is true that maybe both parts could have looked out for the benefits of the people as a whole instead of their personal benefits. Lincoln principal positive effect on the civil war was actually before and during the war when Lincoln’s government had many attempts to prevent the confrontation, and when this one began he took the right decisions to win the war. One of the biggest effects on the civil war was the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863, which gave the slaves their liberty. Many would agree is that Abraham’s Lincoln effect on the civil war was positive but Lincoln made many mistakes or misjudgments during the war as well. Perhaps the biggest mistake Lincoln did was underestimating the South what caused many unnecessary deaths. He also did had misjudgments that cause many causalities. Since the beginning of time humanity has fought for what they thought was right. In April 12 of 1861(civilwar.org) The US would begin a fight for civic and moral rights, a civil war that perhaps was the last option for a country to reunite its values. Abraham Lincoln was the president of the time and the person the influence the most the course the war took. I strongly believe that Lincoln’s decisions influence or had more positive effects on the country. Being the president at times like the civil war is without doubt it is one of the toughest jobs, and one way or another there is going to be correct and incorrect decisions but I can agree president Lincoln did what he thought it was the best at that moment.
Abraham Lincoln positively impacted society because he held our country together during the war. For example, when the union leaders were leading us to defeat, he changed up the leadership a few times until what he had worked ("Remembering...").In doing so, he was able to keep the confidence and loyalty to the union from both the citizens and the solders. Next, Lincoln attempted to make a plan that would allow the slave owners to be compensate for the loss of their slaves ("Abraham Lincoln"). In America, slaves were always considered to be property. Paying slave owners for their slaves would keep the southerners happy, Lincoln thought. It would be unconstitutional for the government to just take their property, and paying southerners for their property would keep piece and be constitutional. Finally, Lincoln created a tariff during war time to protect American
The Civil War was a time when the US was fighting over politics and the idea of slavery. There were two sides, the Confederates and the Union (north) To the Confederacy, the Civil War was about its political and social system and allowing it to thrive they wanted to split from the Union and become there own. But in the North, the political aims of the war had to be made central, the North were more interested on war on slavery. Had Abraham Lincoln not gone to war with the South, then we would only have half of a country today. The Union (north) eventually won the Civil War making the south part of the US and making it illegal to secede from the Union, however, the North and South were bitter towards each other, and the South 's crops, and land was destroyed during the Civil War. Abraham Lincoln was able to come up with new laws, and work with the south to bring the two sides together into what is now the USA. Bringing two sides together after a war is no easy feat but Abraham Lincoln was able to put in the time and effort to repair the US, making him the best
Abraham Lincoln was the 16th president of the United States of America and is still one of the most highly respected presidents of our country. He grew up with very little and he was no stranger to hard work. Abraham Lincoln never wavered from striving to better himself through reading just about anything he could get his hands on, to just simply being honest. Often times pitched as the “Great Emancipator” for his work on the Emancipation Proclamation, he took the first presidential step in the official ending of slavery. His ambition to abolish slavery and keep the union together led to the Civil War. Sadly enough, because of some of these things he fought for, they are also some of the reasons Lincoln became the first republican president to be assassinated. The following are facts that made Abraham Lincoln such an ideal president for our country.