Inaugural Challenges (Produced and Donated by the History Channel)

Learn about the crises that President Abraham Lincoln faced as he took the oath of office on March 4, 1861. Would rivals come together to form a cohesive Cabinet? How would he deal with the seven Southern states that had seceded? Should he surrender or hold federal property in the seceded states?

This video and more about Abraham Lincoln can be found in the Ford's Theatre museum. Plan a visit to learn more at www.fords.org.