[PeaRidge]

On the contrary, secession was a well thought out solution that had totally positive consequences.

As of Lincoln's first day, the states with slaves had largely disappeared from his per view. The political opponents had withdrawn. The Southern states were asking for peace. The Davis government was issuing offers of reimbursement for federal facilities.

Trade was continuing. The banks were prospering. Shipping was continuing without any violence. People were traveling.

All was well.

[rockrr]

You are delusional.

[central_va]

The Southern states were asking for peace.

King Lincoln's second coronation speech affirms that, by his own words.