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Who did Stanton follow as Secretary of War?

  • Simon Cameron

  • William H. Seward

  • Salmon P. Chase

  • Gideon Welles

Answer

Stanton followed Simon Cameron as Secretary of War. Stanton's tenure was marked by his unwavering dedication to the Union cause during the Civil War. He implemented reforms that improved the efficiency and effectiveness of the War Department, contributing significantly to the North's ultimate victory.
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