His Gettysburg Address came to be seen as one of the greatest and most influential statements of American national purpose. Lincoln closely supervised the strategy and tactics in the war effort, including the selection of generals, and implemented a naval blockade of the South's trade.
His Gettysburg Address became widely regarded as one of the most iconic and impactful declarations of American national identity. Lincoln meticulously oversaw the military strategy and operations, including the selection of high-ranking officers, and enforced a maritime blockade on the South's commerce.