Lincoln’s plan was issued in 1863, with the purpose of reconstructing the Union. This plan offered reconstruction of property and pardon to anyone who had anything to do with the rebellion; but this excluded military leaders and Confederate officials. This plan also offered the formation of a new state government, it only needed 10% of voters to pledge loyalty to the United States. Also, last but not least, it passed a law allowing emancipation from slavery. However, this plan was never put in effect thanks to Lincoln’s
Lincoln’s plan was issued in 1863, with the purpose of reconstructing the Union. This plan offered reconstruction of property and pardon to anyone who had anything to do with the rebellion; but this excluded military leaders and Confederate officials. This plan also offered the formation of a new state government, it only needed 10% of voters to pledge loyalty to the United States. Also, last but not least, it passed a law allowing emancipation from slavery. However, this plan was never put in effect thanks to Lincoln’s