President-elect Abraham Lincoln disregards rumors of assassination and continues to reject any compromise proposals that might expand slavery.
Tag: William H. Seward
The Alarm is Appalling
Congress has just one last compromise proposal to consider, as more and more people are becoming convinced that disunion is inevitable.
The Republicans Are in Ecstasies
Abraham Lincoln meets with a prominent Republican and receives a recommendation about another regarding cabinet appointments.
Compromise Goes up the Spout
Several proposals to keep the Union intact are proposed, but none seem to be popular enough for both North and South to support.
Giving the Union Men a Rallying Cry
President-elect Abraham Lincoln reacts to the recent events in Charleston Harbor while he continues trying to fill his cabinet.
Lincoln and Hamlin Meet at Chicago
Abraham Lincoln meets his vice president-elect for the first time as they discuss organizing the incoming administration in Chicago.