During the Civil War, Abraham Lincoln led the nation through a period of division and conflict, working to preserve the Union.
• 1861 — Lincoln becomes president
Takes office as the nation faces division
• Civil War begins
Conflict spreads between North and South
• Leadership during wartime
Guides the nation through ongoing challenges
• Focus on preserving the Union
Works to maintain a united country
Lincoln’s leadership helped guide the nation through one of its most difficult periods and shaped the outcome of the Civil War.
Leadership during times of crisis can influence the future of a nation.