7 Questions
During the Civil War, how many women became widows?
Over two hundred thousand
How long did the ideal widow mourn for?
Two and a half years
What was one of the challenges faced by widows during the Civil War?
Difficulty in purchasing proper mourning garb
Which party did George H. Pendleton belong to?
Radical Democracy Party
What was the official platform of the Democratic Party in 1864?
Negotiating an immediate end to the Civil War
Which state(s) did McClellan carry in the 1864 election?
New Jersey, Delaware, Kentucky
What event played a significant role in Lincoln's victory in the 1864 election?
Sherman's capture of Atlanta
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