A Tale of Two Leaders

The video explores the contrasting roles of Abraham Lincoln and Jefferson Davis during the American Civil War. Lincoln, leading the Union, aimed to preserve the nation, while Davis, heading the Confederacy, fought to maintain slavery. Both were born in Kentucky but had different educational backgrounds and beliefs. The video discusses their presidencies, the divided loyalties in Kentucky, and the eventual outcomes for both leaders. Lincoln was assassinated shortly after the Union's victory, and Davis was imprisoned for treason. The video also highlights Kentucky's delayed ratification of the 13th Amendment.

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