Explain what Lincoln did as president to earn this reputation. Also explain the Lincoln’s view of slavery and his emerging view of the government’s role in settling the slavery issue.

6.13 The Union in Crisis

Abraham Lincoln is considered one of our greatest presidents. Explain what Lincoln did as president to earn this reputation.

Include in your answer:
Lincoln’s goals for the country
Lincoln’s leadership during the Civil War
Lincoln’s view of slavery and his emerging view of the government’s role in settling the slavery issue
Lincoln’s vision for the future of the country