Question

Why did seven southern states secede from the union within three months after Abraham Lincoln was elected president in 1860?

Answer 1

Answer:

Seven southern states seceded from the Union immediately after the election of Abraham Lincoln. The South was convinced that President Lincoln was going to end slavery. ... However, the South didn't trust President Lincoln to keep his word. They were convinced he would end slavery.

Explanation:

Answer 2

Answer:

Seven southern states seceded from the Union immediately after the election of Abraham Lincoln. The South was convinced that President Lincoln was going to end slavery. ... However, the South didn't trust President Lincoln to keep his word.