To: AmericanExceptionalist; Bettyprob
The first state to secede, South Carolina, did so in December 1860, as a direct result of Lincoln's election one month prior. Yes. The Confederate States of America were declared in February 1861, prior to Lincoln's inauguration.
To: colorado tanker
Lincoln's election directly led to secession. Sorry if historical facts confuse you.
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