Abraham Lincoln submits a message asking Congress to consider a plan of gradual, compensated slave emancipation.
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Everything Seems to Fail
George B. McClellan coordinates a Federal invasion of Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley, but unexpected complications thwart his plans.
The Death of Willie Lincoln
President and Mrs. Lincoln’s 12-year-old son dies from what doctors call “bilious,” or typhoid, fever.
The Fall of Fort Donelson
Federals score their greatest victory of the war up to this time, generating a new national hero in the process.
Feasting and Dancing
First Lady Mary Lincoln hosts a lavish ball at the White House, prompting some to criticize her for being insensitive to those suffering hardships due to war.
McClellan Unveils the Urbanna Plan
George B. McClellan submits a 22-page report arguing in favor of his plan to move the Federal Army of the Potomac down the Virginia coast by water.