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What had the South hoped for in the election of 1864?
They hoped lincoln would not win re-election in 1864, and they would be able to make peace.
How did the union victories in the south affect the election of 1864?
The victories boosted Lincoln's popularity, helping him win reelection.
How long was George B McClellan an Army General?
Only about two years. Then he quit to run against Lincoln in the 1864 election.
Who was a former union general that ran against Abraham Lincoln for president in 1864?
Former General George B. McClellan ran against Lincoln in 1864. 1864 Presidential Election The candidates for the Presidential election of 1864 were; Abraham Lincoln - Andrew Johnson (Republican), and George McClellan - G. H. Pendleton (Democratic). Abraham Lincoln won the election and was reelected into his second term. The 16th President of the United States Abraham Lincoln was in office from March 4, 1861 until April 15, 1865 when he was assassinated.
What three things plagued Lincoln while the civil war progressed badly for th north?
Northern failure might drive the four border-states into the arms of the Confederacy. Britain and France might recognise the Confederacy and send military aid. War-weariness in the North could lose Lincoln the General election of 1864.
