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US President Abraham Lincoln can be considered to be a good leader based on the fact that because of his persistence and loyalty to the concept of "unionism" he was able to keep the United States united. Many people believe, however, that he went beyond the limits of the US Constitution to accomplish this.
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∙ 7y ago
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∙ 13y agoWell, just look at what he accomplished...he saved the union from disintegration, preserving democracy as a way of life in the US. (if the south had won the war it would have then shown that if an individual state doesnt like any particular laws of the union, it can just up and quit the union and go off on its own).
Keep in mind too that managing a civil war, a war with itself, is perhaps the most difficult thing any leader of any nation at any time could do. He did this without any support from his cabinet or party, and was often openly ridiculed for his policies. He always did what he thought was the right thing to do, despite criticism, and it turned out he was often correct in doing so.
He did what he did despite huge problems and difficulties within his own family....the death of one of his children, and the mounting mental instability of his wife.
He is recognized as the greatest president because of the tremendous problems facing the nation, despite having the most difficult set of circumstances to contend with.
Web sites about Lincoln are probably the most abundant of any topic you could pick. There have been more books written about him than any other American ever.
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∙ 8y agoUS President Lincoln did the best he could under very difficult situations. It's easy to look back at the war and Lincoln's performance. It's easy to criticize him. With that said, however, Lincoln knew he had no military background. He was undereducated compared to his peers and in comparison to US presidents before his time. Whenever a dominating force, which the North was, conducts a four year war that in itself has almost more casualties than all US wars combined ( almost ) then someone is not doing a good job.
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∙ 13y agoStudents of American history generally agree that he was one of the best if not the very best US president. He served in a very difficult period and did an outstanding job.
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What was Lincoln's pet's name?
Abraham Lincoln had a dog named Fido and several cats.While in the White House, President Lincoln did favor one cat named "Tabby".Once while "Tabby", was seated next to him at a White House dinner, Mrs. Lincoln was appalled and remarked that it was shameful that Mr. Lincoln actually feeds the cat, with a gold fork. President Lincoln replied, "If the gold fork was good enough for former President James Buchanan, I think it is good enough for Tabby."
Who led the Union army in the civil war?
Robert E. Lee led the south George B. McClellan, Burnside, Hooker, and George G. Meade all failed when leading the north, so Ulysses S.Grant became the permanent general During the Civil War, the President of the Confederacy was Jefferson Davis, and Abraham Lincoln was the President of the Union.
What was the primary reason why seven states seceded from the union?
The seven states seceded in protest of the election of President Abraham Lincoln because he was an abolitionist and they feared he would abolish slavery in all states. The second reason was to retain their independence. The third reason was they knew the outcome would not be favorable if they remained a part of the Union.
Who are leaders and will it be good to have only leaders in an organization?
Hitler was the German leader, Winston was the UK leader, Roosevelt was the USA leader, Mussolini was the Italian leader, Tojo was the japan leader
What is good advice for a leader who is listening during a meeting?
A leader that is listening during a meeting, should be a good leader. This means that they really care about what other people think and feel, and they pay attention.
Why was Abraham Lincoln a good leader?
He served the country and went against slavery.
What made Abraham Lincoln Life so valuable?
he was a good president
What do you like about Abraham Lincoln?
He was the tallest president, and a very good writer.
What would Abraham Lincoln's best friends say to him?
You are a good president.
Did president Abraham Lincoln have good grades in school?
he got very good grades
1st president to be assasanated?
Abraham Lincoln. Good old Honest Abe.
On what religious holiday was Abraham Lincoln killed?
President Lincoln was killed on Good Friday April 14 President Lincoln was killed on Good Friday April 14 Good Friday (Friday April 14th, 1865)
Was Abraham Lincoln's son adopted?
None of Lincoln's four sons were adopted. Only one lived to adulthood.
Which president liked wrestling?
Abraham Lincoln's Favorite sport was wrestling
Why was lincoln a good president?
The qualities that made Abraham Lincoln a good president were his compassion, humility and determination. 'Abe' is admired for recognizing that black and white people are equal and for stopping slavery.
Was Lincoln a good president?
The qualities that made Abraham Lincoln a good president were his compassion, humility and determination. 'Abe' is admired for recognizing that black and white people are equal and for stopping slavery.
Was John Wilkes Booth a good guy?
Nope he assassinated Abraham Lincoln our 16th president
