Question

How did Sherman's capture of Atlanta affect the outcome of the 1864 presidential election?

O it decreased support for Abraham Lincoln, and he lost the election
O It gave the South a victory, and Jefferson Davis was elected president.
O It increased support for Abraham Lincoln, and he won re-election.
O It gave the South a victory, and William T. Sherman was elected president

Answer 1

Explanation:Answer:

It increased support for Abraham Lincoln, and he won re-election.

Step-by-step explanation:

Lincolns popularity decreased because of incompetent generals such as George McLellan, who just happened to be the other person running for president that year, and Sherman capturing Lincoln restored faith in the American people and he was then reelected.

Answer 2

It increased support for Abraham Lincoln, and he won re-election.

Step-by-step explanation:

Lincolns popularity decreased because of incompetent generals such as George McLellan, who just happened to be the other person running for president that year, and Sherman capturing Lincoln restored faith in the American people and he was then reelected.