Question

Who was elected president of the Confederate States of America? A. Jefferson Davis B. John C. Calhoun C. Andrew Johnson D. Robert E. Lee

Answer 1

Answer:

The Correct Answer is A

Explanation:

• The Confederates States of America was formed in February 1861.
• Jefferson Davis was elected as the first president of the Confederates States of America in a very same month.
• Jefferson Davis was graduated from the West Point Military Academy.
• Jefferson Davis was also served as the United States senator fro Mississippi.
• Jefferson Davis was also served as the United States secretary of war.

Answer 2

Jefferson Davis was elected president of the Confederate States of America and served as president for the duration of the Civil War. Prior to his presidency, Davis had served as a US Senator until tensions over the issue of slavery reached a fever pitch.