Question

As the Civil War was coming to a close and it became increasingly apparent the North would win, what approach did Abraham Lincoln appear to be taking regarding the treatment of the South after the war

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

In the final stages of the Civil War, Abraham Lincoln pursued a lenient approach toward the Southern states. His "Ten Percent Plan" offered pardons to Confederates taking an oath of allegiance, allowing state reintegration when 10% of voters swore loyalty. Lincoln aimed to swiftly reunify the nation and end hostilities. Despite facing opposition from radical Republicans advocating stricter Reconstruction policies, Lincoln's assassination cut short his plans. His successor, Andrew Johnson, implemented a more lenient approach, fueling tensions between the executive branch and Congress during Reconstruction.