Question

How did Lincoln’s election in 1860 lead to secession?

Answer 1

Because Lincoln rejected the last attempted compromise (as it would have allowed some extension of slavery), and the South was no longer prepared to accept the decisions of Congress.
The presidential election led to secession since the fact that Abe Lincoln was a Republican

Answer 2

Because Lincoln rejected the last attempted compromise (as it would have allowed some extension of slavery), and the South was no longer prepared to accept the decisions of Congress.
The presidential election led to secession since the fact that Abe Lincoln was a Republican.