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What Union general became known as the Lincolns most valuable general?

By all accounts, US President Lincoln believed that general Ulysses S. Grant was the Union's most valuable general. Lincoln appointed him as commander of all Union military forces and had Grant report directly to the president.


Which factor helped Abraham Lincoln win the reelection in 1864?

Lincoln's reelection in 1864 was due to Sherman's capture of Atlanta and his March to the Sea. (Lincoln did not run for President until 1860. Buchanan won in 1854.)


Was Andrew Johnson a military governor or a vice president?

Andrew Johnson was Military Governor of Tennessee from 1862 to 1864 when Lincoln chose him to be the Vice President on his reelection ticket. From Lincoln's Second Inauguration until Lincoln's Assassination (both in 1865), Andrew Johnson served as Vice President. Upon Lincoln's Assassination, he ascended to the Presidency.


What was Lincolns role in the Northern Military during the civil war?

Commander in Chief


What is the presidents role once war is declared?

The President is the Commander-in-Chief of all the military forces. The Secretary of Defense reports directly to him as well as the military chiefs of staff. Besides overseeing military operations, the President also has to manage funding and supplies as well as try to keep up the morale of the people.


Which President was also Chief of Military?

The President of the US is the chief of the military.


How did general William Sherman help President Lincoln get reelected?

General William Sherman played a crucial role in President Lincoln's reelection in 1864 by leading successful military campaigns that significantly weakened the Confederate forces. His capture of Atlanta in September 1864 provided a major boost to Northern morale and public support for the war effort, showcasing the Union's military successes. This victory helped shift public opinion in favor of Lincoln, as it demonstrated progress in the war. Sherman's subsequent "March to the Sea" further exemplified Union strength, solidifying Lincoln's position and contributing to his reelection.


Can the military remove the president from office?

The military does not have the athority to remove the president from office.


Does a president have to have served in the military to be president?

no


What was Lincolns attitude towards the South at the beginning of the civil war?

Lincoln would use military force only when necessary.


What president intergrated military?

President Truman.


Why did battlefield events affect lincolns reelection?

Battlefield events significantly impacted Lincoln's reelection in 1864 by shaping public perception of the war's progress and the Union's prospects. Key victories, such as the fall of Atlanta, boosted morale and helped shift public opinion in favor of Lincoln, showcasing his leadership and commitment to preserving the Union. Conversely, earlier defeats had raised doubts about the war's direction and the effectiveness of his administration. Ultimately, the military successes in the months leading up to the election helped secure his victory by reinforcing confidence in his ability to lead the nation through its tumultuous period.