Southern secession refers to the withdrawal of eleven southern states from the United States in response to the election of Abraham Lincoln as president in 1860. These states formed a new government called the Confederate States of America, which ultimately led to the Civil War.
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Abraham Lincoln: Abraham Lincoln was elected as the President of the United States in 1860, which played a significant role in triggering Southern secession.
Confederate States of America: The Confederate States of America was a newly formed government by southern seceded states that aimed to preserve slavery and protect their interests during the Civil War.
Civil War: The Civil War was a conflict fought between northern (Union) and southern (Confederate) states from 1861 to 1865, primarily due to issues surrounding slavery and Southern secession.