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b. 1858 congressional election
c. 1850 congressional election
d. 1860 presidential election
Abraham Lincoln became a prominent national figure following the 1858 congressional election due to the widely publicized debates with Stephen Douglas. Though he did not win this election, it paved the way for his successful presidential run in 1860.
Abraham Lincoln was largely unknown before the 1858 congressional election. During this election, he participated in a series of debates with Senator Stephen Douglas. Despite the fact that Lincoln did not win the election, these debates significantly raised his profile across the nation and set the stage for his successful 1860 presidential election. It was between these two elections that he transitioned from a relatively unknown figure in politics to the leader of a nation on the brink of civil war.
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A.
Boston Tea Party
B.
Battle of Lexington
C.
Battle of Bunker Hill
D.
Boston Massacre