The 1864 Presidential Election
A War-Weary Nation Reelects President Abraham Lincoln
What role did Lincoln play in shaping the United States? How was he assassinated? When election time came during the Civil War, citizens were very tired of the war and its effects on quality of life. Many worried people did not want Lincoln to be reelected. Kids will learn how Union army victories helped Lincoln to be reelected and what effect he had on slavery in the United States.
* Reviews *
Book Review--"A brief overview of the Civil War, especially as it played out during the 1864 election. Recommended."
--San Diego City Schools
Book Review--
"This will be perfect for 5th grade ESL and for struggling readers studying the Civil War."
--Salina Library System--Kansas
