President-elect Abraham Lincoln travels to New York City, where he receives a lukewarm reception amid rising tensions over secession. Lincoln then continues on to New Jersey and Philadelphia.
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The Wildest Confusion Ensued
President-elect Abraham Lincoln’s journey to Washington includes stops in Cleveland and Buffalo, where he acknowledges enthusiastic crowds. Once in the New York capital of Albany, Lincoln receives the first warning that his trip to Washington may be more dangerous than expected.
No Crisis Except an Artificial One
President-elect Abraham Lincoln travels through Ohio and curiously refuses to acknowledge that a sectional crisis is taking place. Critics question his integrity in addressing the situation.
The Lincolns Leave Springfield
Abraham Lincoln bids farewell to the people of Springfield as he and his family begin their trip to Washington. Lincoln’s journey through Illinois and into Indiana is marked by enthusiastic receptions and multiple speeches emphasizing unity and the importance of preserving the Union.
The Farewell Soiree
The Lincolns host their final reception in their Springfield home as they prepare for their move to Washington. President-elect Lincoln expresses ambivalence about leaving his home and reflects on the daunting challenges that lay ahead.
Inflexible on the Territorial Question
Abraham Lincoln expresses willingness to accept certain southern demands, but he reiterates that he will not accept any compromise with the South that might spread slavery into the territories.