The Legacy Of Abraham Lincoln

Hofstadter is an author who criticizes many historians. In the book, “In The American Political Tradition” Hofstadter does nothing but criticize different historians. One particular historian he challenges in his writings is Abraham Lincoln. According to Hofstadter, Abraham Lincoln was “the exemplar of the self-made man,” he was a very humble man that easily pleased the people and easily attained very high political ranking, as well as success and a lot of power. Abraham Lincoln’s flaws as a president were often overlooked because many Americans felt as if he brought to life what is known to be the great American dream. Because of this, many of his good qualities were true, but yet exaggerated. In this chapter about Lincoln it was

Abraham Lincoln, the sixteenth President of the United States was elected president on November 6 in the year 1860. Not even on the South’s ballot, Lincoln received 40% of the popular vote. As a strong republican, Lincoln believed in the abolition of slavery. Lincoln became president in the highest conflict between North and South in history and wanted to preserve the Union. He believed that the South should not be punished after the Civil War because he thought that they had already been punished enough from the war. Abraham Lincoln’s lenient policies caused him to be hated by both the North and the South. He believed that all should be treated with respect and wanted to find a compromise between the feuding sides of the Civil War.

Was born on February 12,1809 in the Hodgenville Kentucky. He was killed by John Wilkes booth on April 15,1865,Good Friday, at the age of 56. Abe had 2 siblings ,1 sister and 1 brother, and had 4 kids with his wife Mary Todd Lincoln. He served as a president for 2 years and faced reelection in 1864. Although he only had 3 months of military service he led the United States through the civil war. His sister Sarah died at the age of 20 and his brother didn’t live for more than 3 days. Not only was Abe a president and a war hero but he also was a lawyer. He was the 16th president and he was a republican.

Throughout the time of Abraham Lincoln’s presidency, Lincoln made a vast number of speeches and wrote many letters. These letters and speeches focused on a variety of topics and issues that were prominent before, during, and after the time of the Civil War. During this time, slavery was one of, if not the top main issue in the United States. Lincoln was very outspoken on his views of slavery, what he wanted to happen, and what he did not want to happen with the institution. One of the main points that Lincoln makes throughout his series of speeches and letters is that slavery is in fact a moral issue. He describes slavery as a social, moral and political wrong, and places a large emphasis on the morality of slavery. Lincoln describes his beliefs and opinions with great detail of why he sees slavery as a moral issue.

President Lincoln lived a difficult childhood face with many obstacles, but would end up becoming one of the most influential president’s the United States would ever have. His death came all too soon, but his legacy will life on forever.

President Abraham Lincoln was the leader of the United States for five years, yet he is often only remembered for leading the Union to victory in the Civil War and freeing the slaves in the process. These accomplishments go together and it is easy to assume part of, if not the entire reason for war was to end slavery. He is credited with freeing the slaves because of his emancipation proclamation. This eventually brings and end to the institution, but should we really credit this all to Lincoln? Was Lincoln the only one to recognize the moral issues with slavery and destroy it with one single blow? African Americans are overlooked when talking about their emancipation but they were some of the strongest advocates for the end to slavery

One major event that happened during Lincolns presidency was the Civil War. Although the civil war was not caused because of Lincolns election; it was still a major factor for the war. Lincolns choice to fight was not because of his personal feelings about slavery, but because he felt it was his duty as president to preserve the union at all cost. The start to the civil war was the battle of Fort Sumter, in South Carolina, on April 12th, 1861, when the southern navy fired the first shot resulting in a 34 hour battle. On January 1st, 1863 President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation; after the union victory at the battle of Antietam. The Emancipation Proclamation only applied to southern states in rebellion, it declared that all slaves in the rebellious states shall be free. Lincoln designed it to cripple the confederacy because of their use of slaves in the war, and to lead Britain and France into not supporting the confederacy. Although the Emancipation Proclamation only freed rebel state slaves it was still a huge influence in the abolishment of slaves in the United States. Lincoln considered the document the most important aspect of his legacy. With the war still going on Lincoln ran again for president, scared that due to years of war he would not win again. Lincoln would go on to win with the help of Ulysses S. Grant, his new general in command of all union armies, having a string of victories on the battlefield thus contributing to his re-election. With his second inauguration speech Lincoln said his goal was, “lasting peace among ourselves,” and called for, “Malice for none,” and, “Charity for all.” The four-year long war would end on May 13th, 1865. The last battle was fought in Texas at Palmito

For decades there have been many presidents, only few are remembered for doing remarkable things throughout history. The president that I think is the strongest president is Abraham Lincoln because of his role during the Civil War which brought us to peace.

Many argue that there was no other president that took office in more difficult times that Abraham Lincoln did. The day he was elected president a large part of the South had decided to secede as soon as they found out he has become president. To top it off, he lacked support from the North as well. Making his presidency difficult since the beginning.

Each president of the United States of America has left a legacy, some more notable than others. I believe Abraham Lincoln was the best American president. A Lot of people say that “anybody can grow up to be a President.” But not anybody is cut out to be a President. It takes a person to be tough, smart, active, positive, compassionate and driven, to run for the job. It takes talent, character, and integrity, to be able to withstand the pressures of this Herculean task.

Abraham Lincoln is an American legacy that could be considered the best American president for preserving the union of the United States, emancipating slavery, and dying for what he believed in. These accomplishments are unbeaten by another American president.

Abraham Lincoln is one of America’s greatest presidents if not the greatest. He changed the entire history of this nation with just a few words and one of the bloodiest wars in American history. The significance of the United States Lincoln penny is overlooked by most, but some believe it 's one of America’s more compelling artifacts. The centennial of Lincoln’s birth, 1909 his face was first printed on the United States penny. Beginning in 1960 the Lincoln Memorial started being pressed on the back side of the penny. Ever since 1909, the penny in some way has resembled one of our greatest presidents to lead this country.

Abraham Lincoln was president during the 1860 's .Some states in our country argued over slavery. The northern states fought the southern states in the Civil War. When the Civil ended ,Abraham

Abraham Lincoln was born in the year 1809 on February 12th in the town of Hardin County, Kentucky to Thomas and Nancy Lincoln. Growing up Lincoln had no proper education, consequently he read books and educated himself. During Lincoln’s young adult years, he worked a various number of jobs as a shopkeeper, surveyor, and a postmaster. In 1832, Lincoln became a captain of the Hawk War against the Native Americans. Shortly after the war was over, he began his political career and was elected to the Illinois state legislature in 1834. It was also around this time that Lincoln decided to practice law and was admitted to the state bar in 1837. During his law practicing years, he met his future wife Mary Todd (Biogrpahy.com Editors).

Abraham Lincoln accomplished many things in his lifetime. Born in Hodgenville, Kentucky, Lincoln grew up on the western outskirts of Kentucky and Indiana. All throughout his childhood, Lincoln strained to learn and make a living as well. He never had any kind of formal education. Extensively self-educated, he became a lawyer in Illinois, a member of the Illinois House of Representatives, and a Whig Party leader. He was an exemplary politician, and was always looked upon for leadership because of his thoughtful decisions and reasoning’s behinds his word. He was always strong-minded to accomplish his goals, and was eager to work as much as it might take to do so. Even though he was an amateur he wanted to make his mark.