"A blunder ought never be perpetrated to avoid war, because it is not to be avoided, but is only deferred to your disadvantage." These words are in the writings of the great author Machevelli. His writings reflected his views on how to successfully rule a nation. Many historians look down upon Machavelli because he seemed to support tyranny. However, this teachings and philosophies of this man were embraced by who is considered to be the greatest president out country has ever had: Abraham Lincoln.
One of the primary reasons for the Civil War was the election of Abe Lincoln. …
