Historical Events tagged with "Provisional Congress"
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Jefferson Davis Elected Provisional President of Confederacy
On February 9, 1861, Jefferson Davis was elected as the Provisional President of the Confederate States of America by the Provisional Confederate Congress in Montgomery, Alabama. This inaugural election marked a significant moment in the formation of the Confederacy, reflecting the growing divide between the Northern and Southern states of America over issues such as states' rights and slavery. Davis, a former U.S. Senator from Mississippi and Secretary of War, was chosen for his political experience and leadership qualities, setting the stage for the Confederacy's government structure and military organization.
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