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How did the election of 1860 lead to the Civil War?

Abraham Lincoln won the election and encouraged abolitionists to free enslaved people in the South, causing conflict.

Abraham Lincoln promised to end enslavement after winning the election, and southern states made plans to fight back.

Abraham Lincoln won the election, causing southern states to secede from the Union and form the Confederate States of America.

Abraham Lincoln promised to reduce tariffs after winning the election, which made southerners unhappy.​