Who were the 4 candidates running in the Election of 1860 and which party were they representing?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking you to identify the four main candidates who participated in the United States presidential election of 1860, and to specify the political party that each candidate represented during that election.
Answer
Abraham Lincoln (Republican), Stephen Douglas (Northern Democrat), John Breckinridge (Southern Democrat), and John Bell (Constitutional Union Party).
The candidates in the 1860 election were Abraham Lincoln (Republican), Stephen Douglas (Northern Democrat), John Breckinridge (Southern Democrat), and John Bell (Constitutional Union Party).
Answer for screen readers
The candidates in the 1860 election were Abraham Lincoln (Republican), Stephen Douglas (Northern Democrat), John Breckinridge (Southern Democrat), and John Bell (Constitutional Union Party).
More Information
The election of 1860 was one of the most pivotal in American history, ultimately leading to the secession of Southern states and the Civil War.
Tips
It is easy to confuse the different factions of the Democratic party in this election. Pay attention to the 'Northern' and 'Southern' divisions.
Sources
- Who were the candidates in the United States presidential election of 1860? - britannica.com
- The Election of 1860 | American Battlefield Trust - battlefields.org
- Introduction - Presidential Election of 1860: A Resource Guide - guides.loc.gov
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