Lincoln's political rise is one of the most interesting stories in American history. When Lincoln first entered into politics at the age of 23, he was seen as being ill-prepared to hold office and, moreover, lacking in charm in education. <span> Over time, his intelligence, good humor, and ability to connect with votes lead him to gain greater political clout. Before 1856, Lincoln's political offices consisted mostly of service in the Illinois General Assembly and one term in Congress. In 1856 he joined the new Republican Party. Two years after that he ran for the U.S. Senate, making a name for himself in debates. By 1860 he became the first Republican candidate to win a presidential election.</span>
<span>After World War II, the Marshall Plan helped countries in Western Europe with rebuilding their economies--since almost every country in Europe at this time had been devastated by the war. </span>
Maryland offered freedom of religion to all Christian settlers. Provided a relatively cheap and abundant source of labor for Chesapeake tobacco planters. ... Religion was a much more important force in shaping New England society than it was in shaping Chesapeake society. Hope this helps.
Someone who experienced it and was there when it happened
The blue Nile river and the white Nile
