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Assassination of President Lincoln: Turning Point in US History

Explore the legacy of the Civil War through its economic, political, military, and social consequences, culminating in Lincoln's assassination and the end of slavery with the 13th Amendment. This pivotal moment shaped America's future. Visit historic sites and learn about the Union Party, the Election of 1864, and the significance of the war's aftermath.

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Assassination of President Lincoln: Turning Point in US History

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  1. 17.4 The Legacy of the WarObjectives:A. What were the economic, political, military and social consequences of the war?B. Why is the Civil War considered a “turning point”?

  2. http://teachpol.tcnj.edu/amer_pol_hist/fi/000000c7.htm

  3. Election of 1864 • Democrats split into 3 groups – War Democrats, Peace Democrats and Copperheads. • Republicans and War Democrats form the Union Party. • McClellan runs on Southern Democratic ticket • Lincoln wins 55% of vote: - “bayonet votes” = soldiers support him - recent victories in war help - opponents’ factionalism split the vote

  4. "Neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for crime whereof the party shall have been duly convicted, shall exist within the United States, or any place subject to their jurisdiction." Formally abolishing slavery in the United States, the 13th Amendment was passed by the Congress on January 31, 1865, and ratified by the states on December 6, 1865. 13th AMENDMENt

  5. AN END TO THE FIGHTING Lee surrenders to Grant at Appomatox Courthouse on April 9, 1865 (Lincoln assassinated April 14, 1865). For a 360 degree tour of the McClean House go to: http://www.nps.gov/apco/photosmultimedia/upload/appomattoxmcleanhouseparlor.swf http://www.nps.gov/apco/historyculture/images/Rocco-Surrender.jpg

  6. ASSASSINATION OF LINCOLN • Lincoln assassinated by John Wilkes Booth on April 14, 1865, five days after Lee’s surrender • First president to be assassinated in US history • 7 million Americans, 1/3 of North’s population, viewed funeral train

  7. Title: Assassination of President Lincoln at Ford's Theatre Year: 1865 Creator: H.H. Lloyd & Co.

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